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Your Local News & Sports Online! Scan & Subscribe to The Advocate! Vol. 34, No. 28 -FREEwww.advocatenews.net Published Every Friday 617-387-2200 Friday, July 11, 2025 MALDEN FAMILIES CELEBRATE THE FOURTH CITYWIDE HAPPY FOURTH: Shown at Ward 7’s July 4th Independence Day celebration last Saturday at Lincoln Commons, from left to right, State Representative Paul Donato, Mayor Gary Christenson, Ward 7 City Councillor Christopher Simonelli and Gandi Louisne. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Trash pickups in Malden resume slowly as workers’ strike continues in region Republic Services restarts trash pickups this week with outside workers, despite strike; residents asked not to put out their recycling By Steve Freker T rash pickups resumed in Malden and some other communities in the region this week — slowly — as a strike by over TRASH | SEE PAGE 8 WINNERS: First place winner in the Ward 8’s July 4th Celebration running race Anastasia Goulet, first place winner in the running and egg race Brody Fabiano, second place winner in the running race Freya Goulet, first place winner in the running and 3-point shot Isabella Goulet, and second place winner in the running race Alivah Fabiano. See inside for more city-wide July 4th photo highlights.

Page 2 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 11, 2025 Community Gathers to Launch MVES’ 50th Year Mystic Valley Elder Services Celebrates 50 Years of Independence for Older Adults & People with Disabilities Special to The Advocate M ystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) kicked off its Golden Anniversary on June 24, launching a yearlong commemoration of five decades of service to older adults, people with disabilities and their caregivers. To mark this milestone, MVES welcomed community leaders, partner organizations and supporters to Rivers Edge in Medford. The gathering honored the strong partnerships and shared commitment that have made Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 State Senator Jason Lewis addresses the audience at the 50th anniversary kickoff celebration for Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) as MVES CEO Lisa Gurgone looks on. State Senator Jason Lewis presents MVES CEO Lisa Gurgone with a Resolution from the Massachusetts Legislature recognizing the agency’s history and role in the community. MVES’ mission possible. MVES serves Malden, Everett, Revere and eight other communities north of Boston. Over the past 50 years, MVES has grown from a handful of staff to a team of several hundred, added a team of dedicated volunteers, and expanded the agency’s scope of services far beyond its initial Home Care offerings. The nonprofit has provided many thousands of meals, rides, in-home supports, referrals, and more. “What began in 1975 as a small grassroots effort has become a cornerstone of our community. All of this was possible thanks to Gabrielle Kenney and Danielle Short of Right at Home, which includes an office in Malden and serves the region our connections and collaborations with the cities and towns we serve, state and local leaders, our community board memMVES | SEE PAGE 5 L ef t to right: MVES Development Director Jenny Vanasse; Everett Constituent Services Aide Cheryl Cole, who is an MVES supporter and Bread of Life volunteer; and MVES Development Committee member Judie VanKooiman, founder of Those Who Can For Those in Need. MVES Development Director Jenny Vanasse and John Preotle of Preotle, Lane & Associates, a longtime MVES supporter and Malden booster; Preotle, Lane & Associates cosponsored the event with Agero and The Cross Country Group. Attorneys Andrea Witt , Alexandra Green and Francine Dawicki (left to right) attend MVES’ 50th anniversary kickoff event. The three attorneys are from Spano Dawicki & Witt, a Saugus-based firm that specializes in elder law, estate planning, probate and more. (Courtesy photos/Nicole Hendrickson for MVES)

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 11, 2025 Page 3 HEATING UP! Malden election season arrives, already off to a hot start Several contested races for City Council and School Committee seats are forming, ward-based and citywide By Steve Freker T he thermometer is not the only place where the temperature is rising in Malden this summer. With less than two weeks to go before the deadline, it is shaping up to be one of the more contested municipal elections in quite some time this fall. May 6 was the first official day that candidates for the 2025 municipal election could obtain nomination papers from the office of Malden City Clerk Carol Ann Desiderio. Since that date, just over eight weeks later, a total of 30 prospective candidates have “pulled papers” for the 11 City Council and eight School Committee seats up for grabs in the 2025 Municipal Election. There is no mayoral election in the 2025 cycle, as longtime Mayor Gary Christenson was reelected to a record fourth consecutive four-year team in 2023 and still has two full years remainmunicipal election candidates to pull nomination papers. They are available until July 24. Those who wait until the deadline have merely a four-day window to both obtain and submit nomination papers to City Clerk Desiderio’s office for certification. Signatures are due July 28. As an initial frame of reference, all 11 members of the Malden City Council are seeking reelection this year and, technically, seven of the eight Malden School Committee members are seeking to return to the school board as well. Only one candidate from the two municipal ing on his present term. Should he choose to seek reelection to an also unprecedented fifth four-year term, that would be his choice for the 2027 municipal election. There are just under two weeks remaining on the 2025 Malden Election Calendar for potential bodies — Ward 6 School Committee member Joseph Gray — has announced he is not seeking reelection, after completing what would be his second term this year. For Malden City Council, at this time there would be two contested ward races (Wards 1 and 6) and a battle in the Councillor-at-Large race, judging from nomination papers pulled thus far. In Ward 1, incumbent Peg Crowe, of Hancock Street, and potential challenger Bryn Garrity, 47 Perkins Ave., Unit 2, have A rare opportunity for first-time homebuyers to own an affordable condo in Malden! Affordable Homes for Sale in Malden! 5 Newly Built Affordable Condos Scan QR to apply AVAILABLE BY LOTTERY APPLY ONLINE OR IN PERSON How to apply www.tndinc.org APPLICATION PERIOD: Dates July 7, 2025 - October 2, 2025 Please note: Deadline: Must be postmarked by October 2, 2025 WHO CAN APPLY: First-Time Homebuyers Meet income & asset limits (see AMI chart) Assets must be under $75K for 80% AMI households. Assets must be under $150K for 100% AMI households. Restrictions Apply – Units have resale and use restrictions Questions or Accommodations? Call Winn Management: 617-884-0692 | TTY: 800-439-2370 CHECK INCOME LIMITS & PRICES BY HOUSEHOLD SIZE INFO SESSIONS Where: Malden City Hall August 5, 2025 6PM September 4, 2025 6PM Lottery Date Thursday, October 16, 2025 (Attendance not required) Affordable Homes for Sale in Malden! 272 Cross Street LLC and Winn Management do not discriminate because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, handicap, disability, national origin, genetic information, ancestry, children, familial status, marital status or public assistance recipiency in the sale or transfer of apartment units, buildings, and related facilities, including land that they own or control. Visit Our Website for more info www.tndinc.org Equal Housing Opportunity 4 Gerrish Ave Rear, Chelsea MA 02150

Page 4 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 11, 2025 Mass. Legislature finalizes rules providing greater transparency and public access to the Legislature Special to The Advocate S tate Senator Jason Lewis and State Representatives Paul Donato, Steve Ultrino and Kate Lipper-Garabedian joined their colleagues in the Massachusetts Legislature to adopt new legislative rules to make lawmaking more transparent, efficient and accessible to the public. These rules will govern the legislative process, joint committees and interactions between the House of Representatives and the Senate for the 2025-2026 legislative session. To increase public accessibility, legislative committees will now 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. 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To increase legislative efficiency, the legislative calendar has been adjusted to allow more time to get meaningful policy accomplished; committees are allowed to act independently on bills from their respective chambers; and formal lawmaking will continue for the full two-year session. “Building greater trust and confidence in government by improving transparency and accountability is critical for a healthy democracy,” said Senator Lewis. “I have long championed efforts to improve the transparency of state and local government, including being the lead Senate sponsor of the last major update to the state’s public records law. 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Increasing civic engagement fuels and strengthens our system of democracy, and we as legislators serve better when more voices have the opportunity to be heard.” Key provisions of the new joint rules: • Increasing public notice of joint committee hearings from a minimum of three days to 10 days and requiring a schedule of hearing dates to be posted each session • Instructing House and Senate chairs of joint committees to poll members of the committee from their respective branch on bills that were filed in that branch before returning bills to their respective branches, with certain exceptions, including for budgets and constitutional amendments • Allowing the public to participate either in person or remotely in joint committee hearings • Requiring joint committee votes and attendance to be posted on the Legislature’s website • Moving up the bill reporting deadline for joint committees by two months to the first Wednesday of December in the first year of the two-year legislative session to give the chambers more time to consider bills • Requiring “plain language” summaries of all bills to be posted on the Legislature’s website in time for their public hearings and requiring written testimony on bills to be made publicly available after their hearings • Requiring the first meeting of conference committees to be open to the public and ensuring a minimum of 24 hours between a conference committee report filing and a legislative vote • Updating the Legislature’s formal lawmaking calendar to allow the Legislature to meet in formal session after July 31 in the second year of the legislative session to take up reports of conference committees formed on or before July 31, appropriation bills filed after July 31 and gubernatorial vetoes or amendments • Instructing the Joint Committee on Rules to conduct a comprehensive review of the joint rules at the end of each two-year session, including a public hearing to solicit feedback from the public In addition to these new joint rules, in February, the House and Senate had approved their own rules to govern their internal operations. 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THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 11, 2025 Page 5 JS Cuts Barber Salon Celebrates Grand Opening with Ribbon Cutting Special to The Advocate M ayor Gary Christenson recently attended the grand opening ceremony of JS Cuts Barber Salon, which is located at 380 Salem St. in Malden. Business owner Paul Jean Claude, Jr. has worked for many years in the industry and is excited to serve the Malden community with top-notch customer service in a relaxing environment. Services include barbering, hair cutting and styling, beard trims and shaving. For more information or for hours of operation, please call 781-267-2029. Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma 50 If We Happen To Meet By Accident ... You’ll Be Glad You Found Us! There is a difference between the rest and the BEST! Celebrating 46 Years In Business! TONY’S AUTO BODY CONGRATULATIONS: Shown from left to right: Mayor Gary Christenson with business owner Paul Jean Claude, Jr. (Courtesy photo) MVES | FROM PAGE 2 bers, business supporters, nonprofit partners and fellow aging services professionals,” explains Lisa Gurgone, MVES Chief Executive Officer. “It was an honor to kick off our 50th celebrations with the people who helped us reach this milestone.” The event included Keynote Speaker Edward Alan Miller, Professor of Gerontology and Chair of Gerontology at UMass Boston, who is also a Melrose resident. Dr. Miller discussed the growing need for long-term support services, both locally and nationwide, and explained how sustained investment and innovation are necessary to meet this challenge. MA Senator Jason Lewis also addressed the audience. He presented MVES with a Resolution from the Massachusetts Legislature recognizing the agency’s history and role in the community. The MVES executive team and Board of Directors offer their thanks to all who attended, with special recognition for Dr. Miller and Senator Lewis, as well as event sponsors Agero, the Cross Country Group and Preotle, Lane & Associates. Mystic Valley Elder Services is also celebrating its 50th in several other ways. Visit www.mves. org/mves50 to learn about a series of events in each community MVES serves, nominating an outstanding individual for the MVES Community All-Stars Award, and special upcoming event with a nationally recognized anti-ageism leader. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Questions may also be directed to the MVES Development Department at 781-388-4802 or development@mves.org. Call or Visit 781-321-0032 34 Sharon Street Malden, MA 02148 TONYSAUTOBODYLLC.COM COME VISIT OUR STATE OF THE ART BODY SHOP • Computerized Paint Matching (State of the Art Spray Booth) • Computerized Frame Machines • P.P.G. Refinishing System • R134 + 1234yf A/C Machines Fully Insured -RS2415 Insurance Company Approval ALL OUR WORK IS GUARANTEED! TONY BARTOLO Owner 46 Years Let Us Handle Your Next Insurance Claim. Go With the BEST It Doesn’t Get BETTER! RENTAL CARS Available

Page 6 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 11, 2025 ~ Malden Musings ~ Saluting MHS Class of 1973 By Peter Levine T o the legendary Malden High School Class of 1973 — I Salute You! Word has it — via the ever-reliable Maldonia grapevine — that this humble column has found a few fans among the Class of ’73. If that’s true, I’m both flattered and grateful. You guys (and gals) were icons in our eyes! Trendsetters, rebels and unofficial role models to us wide-eyed kids in the Class of ’75. Okay, so maybe you didn’t exactly rewrite the record books on the ballfields or in the gymnasiums of Malden High. But what you brought was style, swagger and a kind of cool confidence that made us look up to you. You were the blueprint for making merry and good times — and we were more than happy to follow your lead. Me and my lifelong partner-incrime, Jimmy Damiano, would occasionally find ourselves swept into your orbit — especially during the “behind Robinson’s News” era in Linden on the Saugus Branch. Do you remember the scene? High-spirited hijinks, 1973-style, with enough shenanigans to fill up Jack Haney’s Grille twice over (or Morrisons). And speaking of Jack Haney’s — we’d sit shoulder to shoulder with the cool seniors, sipping drafts while skipping second and third period like it was a religion. Our high school careers may not have been destined for greatness, but man, they were unforgettable. What I treasure most about the Class of ’73? Friendships — the real kind! The kind that lasts half a century and counting. Ronny Drinkwater, Steve Saraceni, Bruce Macdonald, Mike Clapp, Dommy DiSario, Bruce & Brian Knight, Danny Peavey, Danny Bolan, Stef Moro, Tommy Stein, Gus Murray, Bruce Neale, Bruce Vining, Larry Gilbert, Mike Keegan, Johnny Molinari, Larry Kinnon, Bobby McCarthy, Vinnie Disano, Matt Chiccuarelli and a whole cast of characters too numerous to list. Never to be forgotten. And yes, let’s not forget the ladies of ’73, such as Susan Casper, Denise Rocco, Patti DiPietro, Janice Brandano, Diane Bozzi and Linda Swanson. You dazzled us back then — and some of us are still dazzled. Me and Jimmy D.? Hopelessly out of our league, of course. But big-time admirers, no question. Insert smiley face here. Here’s to you, Class of ’73. Thanks for the best of memories — and for leaving a lasting footprint in said memory bank. In the “and as we wind on down the road, our shadows taller than our souls” department, I bring to you Richie Cremone Redux. Many of us dream of silver and gold (unabashedly stolen once again from Hank Williams Sr.), of lottery windfalls or sipping cocktails on a Viking Cruise with Ann-Margret (hey, I could have picked Raquel, but Ann “Marg Rock” left an indelible impression on me once I saw Tommy!). But on this very warm, late-June Saturday evening, as I sank into my well-worn recliner watching “Harry O” starring David JanLawrence A. 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As Gentleman Jim Reeves once sang, “I’ll forget many things in my lifetime, but I won’t forget you.” Which reminds me of the famous Rufus T. Firefly line... “I could dance with you till the cows come home — on second thought, I’d rather dance with the cows till you come home.” It is said in “Malden Musings”… more amazing Public Facilities Director Eric Rubin factoids... ER’s grandmother’s cousin, Abie Bain, was an accomplished Jewish middleweight boxer who fought Maxie Rosenbloom in 1930 as a light heavyweight at Madison Square Garden. After boxing, Abie had a successful career in Hollywood working in many boxing-inspired films, including as technical advisor on the 1962 Rod Serling classic, “Requiem for a Heavyweight,” starring Anthony Quinn. Quinn’s character “Mountain Rivera” was modeled after Abie using the same rough voice and mannerisms. Congratulations to me as I bring you yet another esoteric (some say useless) slice of Maldonia history. All the Maldonia trivia/history you can use or discard as you please! • Rest in peace, Hugh W. Small, longtime resident of Malden, who passed away on Friday, April 25, at the age of 96, at the Massachusetts Veterans Home at Chelsea. Hugh was born in Malden in 1929 and raised one of the best Malden families, ever! My sincerest condolences go out to his sons and my pals: Ronny, Al and Hugh. • More Than Words sighting... MHS 1973 graduates at a gathering of the clan a couple years back at Polcari’s on Route 1: Left to right: Standing are Tommy Stein, Danny Boland, Joe Levine, Matt Chiccuarelli, Freddy Scibelli and Mike Clapp; sitting are the late Dommy DiSario, Steve Saraceni, Ronny Drinkwater and Emory Haskell. Anybody else catch Extreme’s MTW on Episode 5 (“In the Palaces of Crowned Kings”) of the Disney Plus show “Paradise”? A kid who grew up on Highland Ave. playing hoops across the street at Amerige Park and hung pictures of Aerosmith and Alice Cooper on his childhood bedroom wall wrote that unforgettable tune! True story. • Anybody else got a copy of Malden-based metal maniacs B.F. Raid’s latest sonic blast of a CD? I was gifted a copy by the guy I inadvertently left off my best drummers of Malden list a little while back: the incomparable Jamie Forbes (apologies for that, Baines). Bill (Kotowski), Bruce (Owens), Matt (Howard — no relation to Moe) and Jamie just kill it on this metal throwback disc. My fave (so far) Joe Schmoe. As Peter Falk’s iconic TV character Columbo would say, “Just one more thing, sir” — it was long ago, but not too far away, that one unforgettable night unfolded under the lights (and stars) of Devir Park (and in the shadow of the Bandstand). The memory still burns bright, like it happened just yesterday. If “Dazed and Confused” had a deleted scene, this wild 1971 night would’ve been it. The evening started off low key, but the energy from the Irish American to the Bandstand to the Fells built quickly. The gathering? A full spectrum of Malden’s finest misfits: torn and frayed aging hippies; Bandstand hooligans; leather-clad bikers; overfed, long-haired leaping gnomes; Diane Wishoski and her (with all due respect, of course) attractive group of friends; kids from over the Fells; and just about every type of teen spirit imaginable. The big-league diamond was more Woodstock than Inter-City League. Pot circles spoked out across the outfield like tribal campfires, each one 10 to 15 strong. Laughter, smoke and music mingled with the scent of Boone’s Farm apple wine, Schlitz and the burning of holy herbs. There was music this evening also. The soul of the night so to speak. A wiry, mysterious troubadour strumming wildly on his mandolin (?) belted out song after song as if he were trying to ward off the sunrise (or some unforeseen, unwelcome guest?). I’d only recently learned his name after pestering a few that were in attendance (thank you, Marty Murphy and Paul McKinnon): Dave Sampson, a local legend I never properly thanked. But I digress, as I often do... As our local hurdy-gurdy man hit what must have been the eighth verse of “Sympathy for the Devil,” “I shouted out, ‘Who killed the Kennedys?’” — the spell broke. Malden’s finest came charging in like something out of a Scorsese scene, pouring into the park from all directions. Kids bolted like startled deer, laughter trailMUSINGS| SEE PAGE 19

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 11, 2025 Page 7 Summer Reading Kick off at the Malden Public Library Leveled Up! Special to The Advocate O n June 26 the Malden Library held its annual summer reading ice cream social — Dairy Delight dishing out 400 cups of ice cream. We had an absolute blast playing games, listening to music and handing out books and resources, while celebrating with our community. In fact, the Friends of the Malden Public Library handed out a literal shopping cart of books, many of which were donated by the library of Cheverus Catholic school. If you missed the fun, don’t worry, we have a whole summer full of creative and engaging programs for every age and taste. We are also excited to start our first week of summer reading prizes on July 7. This year we are doing things a little bit differently. Instead of toys or plastic prizes, the library has partnered with area businesses to provide kids and teens with coupons for local restaurants. In week one, the first 100 winners will get a $5 gift certificate to Mar Chica Pizzeria (54 Pleasant St. in Malden). With that coupon you can get a small fries, or slice of pizza, or put it toward something the whole family can enjoy. To win a prize, you have to be registered in our summer reading challenge on Beanstack. Sign up on the website https:// bit.ly/BeanstackMPL or download the Beanstack app from your app store, select Malden as your library, enter your info and then select the challenge from the challenge list. Every time you read, add your total minutes in the app. For kids, once vy to play. Here at the library, we hope the fun we had at the kickoff will continue all summer long. To make that happen, we need our community. So sign up for summer reading, join in one of our fun summer programs and stop by the library to pick up all of your summer reads! We can’t wait to see you! (Courtesy photos) The Friend's of the Malden Public Library made bookmarks! 425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut Street We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 Staff and Friends of the Malden Public Library, Heidi, Cait, Dave and Katie Our friends from the Cheverus school came by for an ice cream and summer reading. We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE 12-7 p.m. President of the Trustees John Tramondozzi and Phillip Wright, our Local History Librarian Mayor Gary Christenson and Superintendent Dr. Timothy Sippel managing the ice cream table. Teen Librarian Patrick Brennan gives out books ahead of summer reading. you’ve completed 120 minutes (two hours), you qualify for that week’s prize. We make it a little harder for teens going into grade six and up. Teens need 300 minutes (five hours). For all our summer readers, we encourage you all to read things that you enjoy, which will make the prize all the sweeter. And remember, all types of reading count as reading (audio books, too). And for adults, we have prizes, too. Every week you submit your five or more hours of reading, you can be entered into a raffle to win a choice from a list of cool prizes from our sponsors. To submit your minutes, log-in to Beanstack. Need help? Stop by the information desk to get started or just to submit your minutes. You don’t have to be tech savSunday Monday Tuesday $10.00 Price includes Roller Skates Rollerblades/inline skates $3.00 additional cost Private Parties 7:30-11 p.m. Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday $11.00 Price includes Roller Skates 18+ Adults Only After 7 PM - ID Required Private Parties Private Parties 4-8 p.m. $10.00 8:30-11 p.m. $11. 18+ Adults Only After 7 PM - ID Required 12-9 p.m. $10.00 Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Sorry No Checks - ATM on site Roller skate rentals included in all prices Inline Skate Rentals $3.00 additional BIRTHDAY & PRIVATE PARTIES AVAILABLE www.roller-world.com

Page 8 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 11, 2025 TRASH | FROM PAGE 1 400 workers for Republic Services continued. The Republic employees are backed by their union, Teamsters Local 25, with union representatives saying in online reports that the workers are simply seeking equitable wages and benefits, on par with other larger sanitation companies in Massachusetts. While there was no trash pickups provided during the first week of the strike, service began again this week, on Tuesday, July 8, when the regular “Monday pickup day” was followed in Malden. Malden was one of an undetermined number of communities in the immediate region where pickups resumed by Republic Services trucks. Apparently, Republic has hired nonunion personnel from out-of-state to resume trash pickups on a limited basis. A message board on the City of Malden website — www.cityofmalden.org — has been providing updates. A Wednesday, July 9, post explained the resumed “one day later” trash pickups: “Thank you for your continued patience as the City navigates ongoing delays in trash collection due to the Teamsters Local 25 strike, which is impacting our contracted hauler, Republic Services. “Residents are asked to continue placing their trash curbside on their regularly scheduled collection day, but please be aware that due to several factors, at this point, it’s likely to be picked up a day in arrears.” Malden is one of 15 communities in the region affected by the trash pickup disruption. According to Mayor Gary Christenson, the city has been proactive in its response to the service disruption. “We fully understand the inconvenience and frustration being experienced by our residents due to the trash pickup disruption,” Mayor Christenson said, “and though the reasons are beyond our city’s control, we are still determined to do everything in our power to assist our residents through this difficult situation.” The strike began on Tuesday, July 1, just before the July 4 holiday and a long holiday weekend. By the end of the week, trash had begun piling up on the sidewalks around the community, in both the city receptacles and bags on the street. 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While the city advises residents to not put their recycling items on the sidewalk for pickup for the time being, they do advise that residents may bring their recycling to the Ferryway K-8 School (150 Cross St.) parking lot and leave it in receiving receptacles there from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Residents are encouraged to continue to receive updates on the trash pickup disruption via citywide recorded messages and to keep checking for what have been daily updates on the city’s website: www.cityofmalden.org Those residents who are not registered/signed up with the citywide messaging service may do so on the city’s website, listed above. Republic, based in Phoenix, Ariz., is one of the nation’s largest waste management companies, with 13 million customers and more than 1,000 locations in North America. Teamsters is one of the largest organized labor unions in the United States, with some 1.4 million members in the United States and Canada. 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THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 11, 2025 Page 9 Malden legislators secure historic funding in FY26 state budget Bill supported Malden programs while prioritizing statewide funding for health care, public education and public transit Special to The Advocate R ecently, the Massachusetts Legislature’s Conference Committee reported on the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) budget (H.4240), and on June 30 it was enacted by the Senate (38-2) and House (139-6). Funded at $61.01 billion, the legislature’s FY26 budget addresses the critical needs of families and residents across the Commonwealth while dedicating funding to making our communities and Commonwealth more affordable, livable and equitable. On July 4, 2025, the budget was signed (in part) by the Governor as Chapter 9 of the Acts of 2025. Governor Maura Healey, in a July 4 letter to the legislature, explained her vetoes: “With the budget space created by my vetoes, I will be filing a supplemental budget to create a flexible reserve of $100 million so that our administration can rapidly address pressures created by time-sensitive federal actions and respond to critical unfunded spending needs for FY26.” The Malden legislators worked closely with both House and Senate leadership and Conference Committee members to ensure the budget would prioritize support and much-needed resources for the Malden community. Representatives Steve Ultrino (D-Malden), Paul Donato (D-Medford) and Kate Lipper-Garabedian (D-Melrose) and Senator Jason Lewis (D-Fifth Middlesex) advocated for and secured a historic amount of funding — totaling $1,050,000 — for Malden in the legislature’s FY26 budget, which includes the following: • $300,000 for Triangle, Inc.’s School to Career Program that connects special education students with disabilities in Greater Boston to careers and their local Jason Lewis State Senator Steven Ultrino State Representative communities • $150,000 for Portal to Hope as part of their community-based domestic violence program that includes a “teens-at-risk” project • $150,000 for Housing Families Inc. to support their Youth and Families Program, and infrastructure improvements to support community-based health services • $100,000 for capital improvements to Linden Park • $100,000 for the Leadership Next Gen Fellowship Program • $75,000 for Action for Boston Community Development’s Mobile Homeless Outreach Team • $75,000 for the installation of public art and the ARTLine program in Malden • $50,000 for flood mitigation efforts at Town Line and Linden Brook in Malden • $50,000 for the Malden Police Department’s mental health emergency crisis response efforts. “Given the uncertainty and hostility from the federal executive branch, this final budget is a beacon of hope and fiscal responsibility. The bill is a testament to the Commonwealth’s dedication to providing critical services and financial support to communities across the state, despite devastating cuts on the federal level,” said Representative Ultrino. “I’m especially proud to have worked with Representatives Donato and Lipper-Garabedian as well as Senator Lewis to secure a historic amount of funding for Malden. These earmarks will support a range of important initiatives in our community and make a real difference in the lives of Malden residents. Lastly, I sincerely thank Speaker Ron Mariano, Senate President Karen Spilka and House Ways and Means Chair Aaron Michlewitz for their leadership throughout the budget process.” “The Malden delegation continues to deliver much needed investments in our communities. This budget, and the earmarks especially, will strengthen our community in a time of uncertainty,” said Representative Donato. “Thank you again to Speaker Mariano and Chair Michlewitz for their trust and commitment to a budget that allows for no new taxes, while supporting our most vulnerable residents. “The FY26 budget is a powerful statement of our values as a Commonwealth at a time of unparalleled and astonishing federal executive branch actions that undermine our civil rights, civil Paul Donato State Representative liberties, and safety,” said Representative Lipper-Garabedian. “In Massachusetts, we recognize the value of supporting public education, investing in a more reliable public transportation system, protecting the right to safe health care, and aiding local non-profits that do critical work in our communities. I’m additionally glad to secure local earmarks with the Malden delegation that prioritize these values and support Malden’s residents.” “I’m proud that this budget, passed with bipartisan support, will deliver critical resources for our public schools and communities, and will make our state more affordable for working families with significant investments in childcare, housing, and healthcare,” said Senator Lewis. “I’m especially pleased that the Malden delegation and I were able to secure funding for Housing Families, local community initiatives, and other Malden priorities.” While taking into consideration the possibility of federal cutbacks, the legislature’s state budget continues to prioritize and increase funding for critical programs, such as universal school meals, Residential AssisKate Lipper-Garabedian State Representative tance for Families in Transition (RAFT), Healthy Incentives Program (HIP) and MassHealth. The legislature’s budget allows Massachusetts to maintain critical services for all residents, while not raising taxes nor utilizing any money from the Commonwealth’s reserve fund. The bill also included several key statewide funding and policy measures, including: • Elimination of broker fees: Fees will now be paid by the party that originally contracted with the broker or salesperson • Historic increase of minimum Chapter 70 aid to $150 per pupil • $200,000 for the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to study the equitability of the Chapter 70 formula • $2 billion increase for MassHealth to maintain access to comprehensive health insurance coverage for over two million Massachusetts residents • $470 million in new investments to continue supporting improvements to the MBTA • $20.1 million for HIP • $5 million for an immigrant legal services program • $253.3 million for the statewide rental voucher program • $207.5 million for RAFT For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 orInfo@advocatenews.net

Page 10 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 11, 2025 ELECTION | FROM PAGE 3 taken out nomination papers, and Councillor Crowe has submitted close to the total required for certification. In another potential contested ward councillor race, Ward 6 Councillor Stephen P. Winslow has had his required number of nomination papers signatures verified. Three other candidates have pulled papers to potentially face off against him in the fall: Jerry Leone, 91 Webster St., a former Ward 6 School Committee member who was runner-up to Winslow in the 2023 Ward 6 Council race; Kevin M. Larson, 44 Bowman St., a political newcomer; and William E. Muise, 90 Columbia St., another first-time Malden political candidate. The Councillor-at-Large race at this time features five potential candidates vying for three seats, including incumbents Karen Colón Hayes of Wyoming Avenue — the only at-large candidate with all of her required nomination signatures verified at this time (with 206), Carey McDonald, of Pierce Street, and Craig Spadafora, of Elm Street. Two challengers are political newcomer Mohammad AbuTahar, 190 Mountain Ave., and former Ward 7 School Committee member Michelle Luong. Luong, 111 Daniels St., finished runner-up to Ward 7 Councillor Chris Simonelli in the 2023 Malden municipal election for a then open seat vacated by former Councillor Neal Anderson. Simonelli, of Bowdoin Street and the incumbent Ward 7 Councillor, has pulled nomination papers seeking reelection along with Ward 2 Councillor Paul Condon, Council President Amanda Linehan (Ward 3), Ward 4 Councillor Ryan O’Malley, Councillors Ari Taylor (Ward 5) and Jadeane Sica (Ward 8), all facing no challengers at this time. In a pair of additional interesting developments in the School Committee race, Ward 4 School Committee member Dawn Macklin, in her second term, is seeking to return to the school board in this fall’s election — but from a different ward. Macklin recently moved from her now former primary residence in Ward 4 to 20 Summer St., which happens to be in Ward 2. The two-term School Committee member has pulled nomination papers from Ward 2 and is now set to face off against Ward 2’s incumbent, Robert McCarthy, Jr. That unusually formed race would take place if new-to-Ward 2 Macklin files the necessary nomination signatures. McCarthy has already filed and received certification of his 50plus necessary signatures for a ward race. After serving alongside McCarthy on the School Committee for the past two terms, Macklin would face off against him in the fall if she submits the necessary signatures and they are certified. Macklin’s residence change now leaves a second open seat in this year’s School Committee election. No less than three candidates have taken out nomination papers for the now open seat, including a former Ward City Councillor. None of the three has had signatures submitted nor verified as of yet; if all three did so, there would be a Preliminary Election on Tuesday, September 16, to reduce three candidates to two for the General Election set for Tuesday, November 4. The three candidates at present are former Ward 4 Councillor Jeffrey A. Donahue, 56 Tremont St., and two Malden political newcomers: Abeer A. Annab, O Mountain Ave., Unit #4; and Katzia M. Small, 61 Exchange St., #10. Another incumbent School Committee member could be challenged in the fall if all signatures are submitted and verified in Ward 1, as longtime rep Michael Drummey, of Oxford Street, and potential challenger and newcomer Kimberly M. Gillette, of 7 Tufts St., have pulled nomination papers. Two potential candidates for Ward 6 School Committee member seeking to replace outgoing member Gray are a pair of firsttime office seekers: Peter T. Piazza, 1 Manley Terr., and Amy E. AbuShanab, 5 Pagum St. School Committee Vice Chairperson Jennifer Spadafora (Ward 3), Elizabeth J. Hortie (Ward 5), Keith E. Bernard (Ward 7) and Sharyn Rose-Zeiberg (Ward 8) have all taken out nomination papers seeking reelection to their seats, and as of this week have not had a challenger pull papers for this fall’s election. Maldonian celebrates a century M Special to The Advocate alden resident Mary Ruth Jones recently celebrated 100 years young! Mayor Gary Christenson surprised her with a citation in recognition of her milestone birthday. Having lived in Malden most of her life, she and her beloved husband Larry and son Kevin operated the family electric business — Gerard Electric, later becoming Gerard Compressors — that her father started. She worked well into her late 90s until they sold the business. She has always enjoyed shopping, art and jewelry and is a big fan of murder mysteries. Mary credits hard work and dedication as the key to her longevity. MTEC working to beautify Malden Special to The Advocate T he Malden Teen Enrichment Center (MTEC) recently partnered with the Malden Housing Authority to revitalize the Newland Street Traffic Circle with fresh plantings from Northeast Nursery in Peabody. MTEC’s goal was to recapture the charm Newland Street once had — creating a clean, vibrant and creative green space for the community to enjoy. With the space cleared and prepared, the teens planted a beautiful mix of blackeyed Susans, Bailey red twig dogwoods, petunias and begonias. MTEC students are also working to establish a regular watering schedule to help these flowers thrive throughout the season and beyond. MTEC and the Malden Housing Authority are grateful to who assisted in bringing a little more color and community spirit to Malden!

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 11, 2025 Page 11 Wards 1 and 2 Celebrate the Fourth with “Minecraft” Maldonians in Wards 1 and 2 celebrated July 4 with a movie night last Thursday at Anthony’s of Malden. Shown from left to right: Ward 1 Councillor Peg Crowe, Ting Ke and Beebe secondgrader Bangyan Yin during last Thursday’s Wards 1 and 2 movie night at Anthony’s of Malden. Shown from left to right: former Councillor/retired City Clerk Greg Lucey, Councillor-at-Large candidate Michelle Bucci Luong, Mayor Gary Christenson, Ward 2 Councillor Paul Condon, Ward 1 Councillor Peg Crowe, Ward 2 School Committee Member Rob McCarthy, Nathan Lamb and Ward 1 School Committee Member Michael Drummey with children. Shown from left to right: Beebe School seventh-graders Gigi Spadafora and Brooklyne Spadafora, Daniel Trentsch and pre-kindergartener Skylar Trentsch. Ward 1 Councillor Peg Crowe introduced “A Minecraft Movie.” Forestdale fourth-grader Jack O’Brien and Forestdale sixthgrader Samuel Medina Mystic Valley Regional Charter School second-grader Amir Elkoumiti shook hands with Mayor Gary Christenson. Shown from left to right: Mayor Gary Christenson; Ward 2 Councillor Paul Condon; Lia Ruano, 9; Luna Ruano, 7; Evie Ruano, 7; LJ Ruano, 3; and their mother, Katie Zimmerman; Tyilah Davidson; James Davidson, 9; Councillor-at-Large Craig Spadafora and Ward 1 Councillor Peg Crowe.

Page 12 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 11, 2025 Petting zoo, talent show and lemonade stand highlights Ward 5’s July 4 Independence Day celebration A petting zoo, talent show, and lemonade stand highlighted Ward 5’s July 4 Independence Day Celebration outside of the Forestdale School last Friday afternoon. Shown from left to right, are: Ward 5 City Councillor Arianna Taylor, Councillor-At-Large candidate/former Ward 7 School Committee member Michelle Bucci Luong, and Emily Taylor. Milo Silva, 6, threw darts during Ward 5’s Independence Day celebration at the Forestdale School. Jayniah Lysias, 1, played Connect 4 with her father, Claudet. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Shown from left to right, are: Andrew Wultiewicz, Youth Service Engagement Program member Anna Wultiewicz and Maeve McaLeary sold lemonade for Housing Families. Maverick Bouchard, 15 months, played with his father, Chad, in the splash pad pool. Shown from left to right, are: Boy Scout Pack 603 members Jason Altieri, Steven Lawrence, William Hamilton, Nathan Lamb, Jason Lamb, Steven Walker and Steven Ciampa led the Pledge of Allegiance. (Courtesy photo by Nathan Lamb) Shown from left to right, are: co-organizer Lisa Porro, CouncillorAt-Large Carey MacDonald, Forestdale Principal Adam Weldai, Chelsea Weldai, Victoria Weldai, School Committee member Elizabeth Hortie, Ward 5 City Councillor Ariana Taylor, Mayor Gary Christenson, Cora Drees, 11, Kayla Drees, 13, and Julianna Joyce, 12. Emma Cox performed in the talent show.

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 11, 2025 Page 13 Ward 7 July 4th Celebration featured bicycle raffles, bouncy houses and a delicious barbecue Bicycle raffles, bouncy houses and free ice cream highlighted Ward 7’s July 4 Independence Day celebration on Saturday at Lincoln Commons. Shown from left to right, are: former Ward 7 School Committee member/Councillor-At-Large candidate Michelle Bucci Luong, Zayda Ortiz and Ward 7 School Committee member Keith Bernard. Shown from left to right, are: Charlotte Taylor, Emily Taylor, Ward 5 City Councillor Ariana Taylor and Phoebe Taylor. A true patriot — Brody Fabiano thanked his father, Kyle, for serving overseas as a sergeant in Germany. Ward 7 School Committee member Keith Bernard with State Representative Paul Donato. Mikael Rasfaski inside the bouncy house. Twenty-seven bicycles were given out as raffle prizes. Who screams for ice cream? Just look at the long line. Ward 7 City Councillor Christopher Simonelli with Beena Verna during Saturday’s July 4 Independence Day celebration at Lincoln Commons. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Brody Fabiano with his mother Tiffany got in the patriotic spirit.

Page 14 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 11, 2025 Ward 8’s July 4th Celebration Star Spangled Family Fun Egg tossing, running and spoon races along with a complimentary toy for each child were the highlights of Ward 8’s Independence Day celebration at Linden STEAM Academy last Friday morning on July 4. Lydia Tran, 4, with her proud father, LInh, who won the egg toss race. Ward 8 City Councillor Jadeane Sica hosted the egg toss race. Children threw eggs in the egg toss race. Shown from left to right, are: grandfather Chicky D’Amelio, mother Marisa D’Amelio, daughter Alaia Alonso, and Grandmother Terri Theberge. Alaia, 2, placed second in the running race. First place winner in the egg and spoon toss race Nessiah Stroud, 3, with his proud mother, Ti shida, by the God Bless America bouncy house. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) First place in the running and spoon race winner Francesca Amato, 2, proudly displayed her medals. Ava Bernard-Dubovie brought home a Spiderman transformer, shown with her mother, Nehemie, and grandfather, Jean. Each child brought home a toy. Joseph Young with his daughter, Willow, 2, celebrated the 4th.

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 11, 2025 Page 15 Everett welterweight Shea “Showtime” Willcox returns to the North Shore next month to fight at Revere’s Oceanside Events Center By Joe McConnell E verett welterweight boxer Shea “Showtime” Willcox (30, all by knockouts) is returning to the North Shore next month, where he will be among many of his peers scheduled to fight at the Oceanside Events Center (formerly known as the Wonderland Ballroom) in Revere on Saturday, Aug. 16. He has previously fought in Bridgewater twice and once in Brookline, but his fans won’t have to go too far next month to watch him put his unbeaten record on the line. Willcox is considered to be one of the most popular and promising boxing prospects in New England. His fight on Aug. 16 against Aldimar Silva (22-28, 14 KOs) of Brazil, scheduled for four rounds, will be one of many leadin bouts to the main light heavyweight matchup between Lynn’s James “Pitbull” Perkins (13-3-1, 9 KOs) and Swansea’s Anthony “The Gentle Savage” Andreozzi (7-4, 3 KOs). This fight is going to be a can’t miss regional main event, and it will ultimately decide the vacant World Boxing Council (WBC) USA Silver Light Heavyweight Championship. The Oceanside Events Center doors will open up at 6 p.m., with the first bout beginning at 7. All fights that night will be streamed on www.BXNGTV.com. Willcox, now 23, trains at the Broadway Boxing Club inside the old Everett High School (EHS). He’s also a two-time EHS Super Bowl champion. Last year, he was selected as the Most Outstanding Boxer at the annual New England Golden Glove Championships, and in 2018, he was victorious in the annual Rocky Marciano Tournament. Next month’s fight promoter Chris Traietti said of Willcox, “On Everett welterweight boxer Shea “Showtime” Willcox (3-0 all by knockouts) will be returning to the North Shore to fight at Revere’s Oceanside Events Center on Saturday, Aug. 16. Willcox, shown above, stuns his opponent with a punch during a recent fight. (File photo / Emily Harney) top of a great main event, Shea Willcox is also coming home. Getting Shea a fight in his home area was paramount this year. We plan to make it a recurring theme. He is a terrific talent with a loyal fanbase that traveled twice to Bridgewater for fights to support him. He is now coming back to the North Shore, where he belongs, and the sky’s the limit.” Traietti went on to say, “It’s been long overdue that Granite Chin Promotions (GCP) did an event on the North Shore, and the Oceanside Events Center is a beautiful venue. (The owners of the complex) have been a pleasure to work with. This event will be an incredible night of fights that will feature among other things a new WBC Silver U.S. champion. On top of all that, we will be raising money for the Quincy Firefighters Cancer Foundation, which as a member of the Quincy Fire Department, hits close to home for me. The foundation does amazing work, while providing critical support for our fellow firefighters, when they need it the most. “Sometimes, as a promoter, you must get creative selling a fight, but this isn’t one of those,” Traietti added. “This fight sells itself. James and Tony are two guys who refuse to take a step backwards, for better or for worse. Getting both of these guys to agree to fight was one of the easiest things that I have done all year. They were chomping at the bit. This fight is going to be a can’t miss regional main event, and it will ultimately decide the vacant World Boxing Council (WBC) USA Silver Light Heavyweight Championship.” Tickets for the fight night in Revere are reasonably priced at $154 (Reserved Ringside), $103 (General Seating) and $62.20 (General Admission), and are available for purchase online at www.Granite-Chin-Promotions. ticketleap.com. The price of the ticket also includes service fees. A portion of the proceeds will again be donated to the Quincy Firefighters Cancer Foundation, a non-profit whose mission is to provide unwavering support to firefighters and their families as they face the challenges of occupational cancer. And having local boy Willcox from Everett also fighting on next month’s card is simply an added bonus to what should be a spectacular night of fighting at the Oceanside Events Center in Revere.

Page 16 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 11, 2025 Ania Borto – featured artist at the Malden Public Library T hroughout the month of July, the library will be displaying the artwork of Ania Borto, a “weekend photographer” who loves capturing the moments of life that make it all worthwhile. Through her lens, she seeks to reveal the textures, colors and patterns that often go unnoticed, inspiring others to connect more deeply with the natural world. Creating imagery that feels uplifting and visually positive brings her artistic fulfillment. She is dedicated to capturing the intricate beauty of the world around us. Her work focuses on close-up details, enchanting woodland scenes and vast, evocative landscapes. An artist reception will be held on Tuesday, July 15, from 6-7 p.m., and everyone is welcome to attend. Beacon Hill Roll Call By Bob Katzen THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local representatives' and senators’ votes on roll calls from the week of June 30-July 4. APPROVE $60.9 BILLION FISCAL YEAR 2026 STATE BUDGET (H 4240) House 139-6, Senate 38-2, approved and Gov. Maura Healey signed into law, after vetoing $130 million in planned spending, a conference committee version of a $60.9 billion fiscal 2026 state budget for the fiscal year that began July 1, 2025. The House and Senate had approved different versions of the budget and a conference committee hammered out this compromise version. “I’m proud to sign a budget that is fiscally responsible and protects what makes Massachusetts special,” said Gov. Healey "In Massachusetts, we are continuing to lead and do what we know works – focusing on lowering costs, protecting essential care and services and moving our economy forward by investing in housing, transportation and our schools. We are also signing this budget in a moment of great dysfunction in Washington. The President is poised to sign a bill that’s going to kick hundreds of thousands of Massachusetts residents off their health care, increase energy and groceries prices and cost people their jobs.” The budget also includes a new law, effective August 1, which will require landlords, instead of renters, to cover the cost of broker fees unless a renter is the one to hire the Friends of the Malden Public Library’s Summer Schedule Update T his a reminder that the Friends are taking a break this summer and will not meet in August. Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, September 2, at 7 p.m. I hope everyone is enjoying their summer and has a safe and restful 4th of July. If you are looking to get involved with the Friends in the meantime, please reach out and we can chat. We are always looking to meet new faces and there are plenty of opportunities to help — friendsmaldenpl@gmail.com broker first. “This is about saving you money, thousands of dollars you can now spend on whatever you need or put it away for the future,” said Healey. “And this is just one way I’m lowering costs and getting after high housing prices.” “Between first and last month’s rent, a security deposit and a broker’s fee — moving to a new apartment was breaking the bank for far too many Massachusetts residents,” said Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll. “In Massachusetts, we know that the best investment we can make is in our people, and this budget reflects the Senate’s continuing commitment to do so while maintaining our equal commitment to responsible money management,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “This statewide approach to investment delivers resources to every part of the state and protects our most vulnerable residents from the cruelest actions of the federal government, while our continued focus on education and mental health ensures that people have the keys to unlock the doors of opportunity.” “This fiscal year 2026 budget makes key investments that better support Massachusetts students and families, that increase access to affordable health care and that provide for a safer and more reliable public transportation system – all without raising taxes,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “ In a moment of incredible uncertainty at the federal level, this budget is proof that government can be both fiscally responsible and an agent of good, the kind of government that our residents deserve.” “I am filled with optimism as I reflect on the outcome of the fiscal year 2026 budget conference committee,” said Sen. Patrick O’Connor (R-Weymouth), Ranking Republican Member of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means. “Through strong bipartisan collaboration, we in the House and Senate reached a consensus that not only addresses current needs but also sets a positive precedent for future partnerships. This final agreement reflects our shared commitment to the people of the commonwealth and our ability to work together for the greater good. The success of the fiscal year 2026 budget underscores the incredible potential we unlock when we come together across party lines. We've made meaningful investments in critical areas, addressing urgent funding gaps and expanding access to higher education.” “While Massachusetts tax dollars continue to be used on housing and benefits for non-residents, this budget uses more tax dollars to create a legal fund to stop the deportation of illegal immigrants, including those who have committed violent crimes,” said Sen. Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton), one of only two senators who voted against the budget. “Meanwhile, cities and towns across the state are struggling to balance their budgets and provide services to seniors and children being educated in our public schools, including many of the towns I represent in Worcester and Hampden County. This dichotomy is Gov. Healey’s responsibility, and in good conscience, I can’t support it.” “The fiscal year 2026 budget continues a completely unsustainable budget increase year over year,” said Rep. Ken Sweezey (R-Hanson), one of only six representatives who voted against the package. “A 6 percent increase from last year, nearly 50 percent increase from 2019, and nearly 140 percent increase from 2010. The commonwealth should only be paying for needs instead of wants with the extreme federal uncertainty and the impending cuts.” “Beacon Hill leaders are trying to have it both ways,” said Paul Craney, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance. ”They’re talking about caution and restraint while greenlighting billions in new spending, using one-time gimmicks to paper over structural imbalances and shortchanging local aid to the cities and towns they claim to represent. Local governments are in crisis. Budgets are breaking, override votes are stacking up and yet Beacon Hill refuses to share the wealth. They’re prioritizing their own pet projects while towns are forced to cut core services and raise taxes on residents. (A “Yes” vote is for the $60.9 billion budget. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Paul Donato Yes Rep. Steven Ultrino Yes Sen. Jason Lewis Yes $7.5 BILLION INTERIM FISCAL YEAR 2026 BUDGET (H 4237) House 144-1, Senate, on a voice vote without a roll call, approved and sent to Gov. Healey a 7.5 billion interim one-month fiscal 2026 state budget, sometimes called a onetwelfth budget, to pay the state's bills and fund accounts while Gov. Healey takes her constitutionally allotted time of ten days to review and then to veto or amend any provisions in the full $61.01 billion budget. The interim budget will only be in effect for a maximum of ten days and is superseded by the full-year budget once that takes effect. "The issue is she needs the ten days for vetoes,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano. “So, no matter when we do it, we need a one-twelfth budget." Rep. Marc Lombardo (R-Billerica), the only representative to vote against the $7.5 billion interim budget, did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call to explain why he voted against it. (A “Yes” vote is for the interim $7.5 billion

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 11, 2025 Page 17 budget. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Paul Donato Yes Rep. Steven Ultrino Yes ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL REPEATED PUBLIC NUISANCE COMPLAINTS (H 2246) – A bill heard by the Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government would empower cities and towns to hold property owners financially accountable when their properties are the source of ten or more repeated public nuisance complaints within a 1-year period. The measure holds the owner responsible for the costs associated with any subsequent police responses, as well as any other costs. “This legislation is about restoring fairness for taxpayers and ensuring safer neighborhoods,” said sponsor Rep. Bruce Ayers (D-Quincy). “When a property becomes a repeated source of disturbance, the financial burden shouldn’t fall on the community, it should fall on the property owner responsible. By holding them accountable, we give municipalities the tools they need to protect quality of life for all residents.” BAN FREE PHONE CALLS FOR SOME PRISONERS (S 1689) – The Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee held a hearing on legislation that would ban no cost phone calls for incarcerated violent criminals who have been found guilty of rape of a child, first degree murder, second degree murder, attempted murder, sexual assault, assault and battery on second offense, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, arson, stalking and armed robbery. "Unlimited phone calls for violent criminals in prison means that murderers can freely call their loved ones while the loved ones of their victims will never talk to their murdered child or spouse again,” said sponsor Sen. Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton). “These phone calls allow criminals to communicate with their network of associates and continue criminal activity even while incarcerated. It is primarily for these reasons that I authored this legislation to eliminate no cost calls for violent criminals.” THE COMMITTEE ON MENTAL HEALTH, SUBSTANCE USE AND RECOVERY- This committee held a hearing on several bills including: AVAILABILITY OF NARCAN IN SCHOOLS (S 1422) – Would require all school districts to create a Narcan overdose prevention program. Narcan, also known by its generic name naloxone, is an emergency treatment used for the complete or partial reversal of an opioid overdose. The measure would require every school nurse to be trained in Narcan assistance and to have Narcan in the nurse’s office. Another provision requires all public schools to offer training to junior high school and high school students on how to administer naloxone hydrochloride, in nasal spray form. “I’m in the camp that Narcan should be available everywhere — absolutely everywhere, including in our schools,” said sponsor Sen. John Velis (D-Westfield). “It absolutely terrifies me that a growing number of high school students are using drugs, many of which could be unknowingly contaminated with a deadly contaminant like fentanyl. We can and must increase access to these life-saving medications in our communities, because in those terrifying minutes when an overdose occurs, every second is so critical to prevent death.” USE OF PSYCEHDELICS IN MENTAL HEALTH CARE (S 1400) – Would establish a pilot program under the Department of Public Health, to explore the use of psychedelics in mental health care. The proposal authorizes a maximum of three specialized mental health clinics, excluding any tied to the cannabis industry, psychedelic development or pharmaceutical companies, to use psychedelics under strict supervision. Participating clinics are tasked with reporting patient outcomes to contribute to the development of refined treatment protocols and regulatory frameworks for psychedelic use in mental health care. “Last session, I served as co-chair of the Special Joint Committee on Initiative Petitions, where we heard heartfelt and compelling testimony from veterans, first responders and others with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, who have used psychedelic treatment to address their trauma,” said sponsor Sen. Cindy Friedman (D-Arlington). “These advocates were in support of 2024’s Question 4, a broad measure that would have allowed people to possess, use and even grow their own psychedelics in the commonwealth, which was soundly rejected by voters. Given the developing nature of psychedelic treatment, I believe my legislation establishing a supervised pilot program would provide us with the opportunity to take a measured approach in evaluating the effectiveness of this treatment, while also allowing residents with significant mental health challenges to access an alternative form of treatment if they choose.” STUDENT ID CARDS AND SUICIDE LINE (H 2221/S 1384) - Would require that newly printed student ID cards for public school students in grades 6-12 and students in public colleges, include the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline phone numbers and text message numbers. The line directs all callers to trained call takers who are available to provide free, confidential emotional support for those in crisis. The measure allows schools that have a supply of unissued student identification cards that do not comply with this new requirement, to issue the old student identification cards to students until the remaining supply is depleted. In 2024, the House and Senate approved different versions of the bill, but the legislative session ended before the two sides could agree on a version. “We must ensure that every student has the information and access they need to receive critical support and resources,” said House sponsor Rep. Jack Lewis (D-Framingham). “Reaching out for help can be difficult, and finding the right information isn't always easy. That’s why this bill is so important. Nineteen other states have already passed similar legislation, and I’m hopeful that Massachusetts will be next in ensuring every student has access to the life-saving support of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline right on their student ID.” “Suicide is a leading cause of death for people of all ages in the United States, and young people are particularly at risk,” said Senate sponsor Sen. Jo Comerford (D-Northampton). “According to a study published by the National Center for Health Statistics at the end of 2022, suicide was the second leading cause of death for Americans aged 15-24, representing a 56 percent increase from the previous decade. Massachusetts' most recent Youth Risk Behavior Survey found that, in 2021, only 11.3 percent of students asked for help from a doctor, counselor or hotline before their suicide attempt. That's well-below the (already low) 24.3 percent of students who asked for help in 2019.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “Electric vehicles (EVs) are cheaper to operate and maintain and access to charging shouldn’t be the determining factor in the decision to go electric. By supporting innovative charging solutions, we’re tackling some of the most persistent barriers to EV adoption head-on. These efforts will catalyze real-world, community-driven projects that reduce pollution, drive economic growth and move Massachusetts closer to a clean transportation future.” --- Massachusetts Clean Energy Center CEO Dr. Emily Reichert announcing that 36 Bay State cities and towns will receive funding to expand EV charging stations. “It is critical that the state steps in to ensure that schools are protecting all students — without exception. Every day without intervention allows these districts to stand idly by while students of color are bullied. The damage inflicted by racial harassment doesn’t end when the school day does — it can reverberate across a child’s lifetime.” --- Erika Richmond Walton, a Lawyers for Civil Rights attorney, on representing two Black students who say they have been racially bullied at their schools. The two formally withdrew their federal civil rights complaints, citing a lack of confidence in the federal government’s ability to protect them and refiled their complaints with Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell’s office. “The state is well-positioned to achieve these ambitious nature protection and restoration goals, but … needs to invest much more to make that happen. No other investment of public dollars will return as many benefits to Massachusetts residents. This will boost an outdoor recreation industry already contributing $13 billion and 100,000 jobs to the state's economy, protect us against impacts of floods and extreme heat and improve our health and well-being at a time of soaring healthcare costs.” ---David O’Neill, President and CEO of Mass Audubon testifying before the Committee on Environment and Natural Resources in favor of legislation that calls for a dedicated sustainable revenue stream to protect and restore land, water, urban greenspace and outdoor recreational access across Massachusetts. "With this expanded and permanent funding for the Community Investment Tax Credits program, we’re ensuring that every corner of the state has resources to build housing and drive economic development. This is a smart, community-driven approach to building economic security and housing opportunities." ---Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll announcing the Healey Administration is awarding $13.2 million in grants to nonprofit Community Development Corporations to support programming that includes affordable housing development and preservation, community planning and economic development initiatives, homeownership assistance, financial education, foreclosure prevention, savings programs and job training and job creation programs. 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 committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible latenight 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 30-July 4, the House met for a total of six hours and 15 minutes while the Senate met for a total of four hours and 13 minutes. Mon. June 30 House11:02 a.m. to5:06 p.m. Senate1:17 p.m. to5:09 p.m. Tues.July1 No House session. No Senate session. Wed. July2 No House session. No Senate session. Thurs. July3 House11:01 a.m. to 11:12 a.m. Senate 11:07 a.m. to 11:28 a.m. Fri. July4 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.

Page 18 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 11, 2025 Savvy Senior by Jim Miller Who’s Eligible for Social Security Disability Benefits? Dear Savvy Senior, What do I need to do to get disability benefits from Social Security? I’m 60 years old and have a medical condition that doesn’t allow me to work at my job anymore, but I’ve read that getting disability benefits is very difficult. Need Help Dear Need, Getting Social Security Disability Insurance benefits (SSDI) when you’re unable to work can indeed be challenging. Each year, approximately 2 million people apply for SSDI, but around two-thirds of them are denied, because most applicants fail to prove that they’re disabled and can’t work. Here are some steps you can take that can help improve your odds. Are You Disabled? The first thing you need to find out is if your health condition qualifies you for Social Security disability benefits. You generally will be eligible only if you have a physical or mental impairment severe enough that it prevents you from working in your current, or past line of work, for at least a year. There is no such thing as a partial disability benefit. If you’re fit enough to work part-time, and you’re earning more than $1,620 ($2,700 if you’re blind) a month on average in 2025, your application will be denied. But, if you’re not working or are working but earning below those limits, your application may be considered. Your skills, education and work experience are factors too. Your application will be denied if your work history suggests that you could perform a less physically demanding job that your disability does not prevent you from doing. To help you determine if you’re eligible, use the SSA Benefit Eligibility Screening Tool at SSAbest. benefits.gov. How to Apply If you believe you have a claim, your next step is to gather up your personal, financial and medical information so you can be prepared and organized for the application process. You can apply either online at SSA.gov/disability or call 800-7721213 to make an appointment to apply at your local Social Security office, or to set up an appointment for someone to take your claim over the phone. The whole process lasts about an hour. If you schedule an appointment, a “Disability Starter Kit” that will help you get ready for your interview will be mailed to you. If you apply online, the kit is available at SSA.gov/disability/ disability_starter_kits.htm. It currently takes six to eight months from the initial application to receive either an award or denial of benefits. The only exception is if you have a chronic illness that qualifies you for a “compassionate allowance” (see SSA. gov/compassionateallowances), which fast tracks cases within weeks. If Social Security denies your initial application, you can appeal the decision, and you’ll be happy to know that roughly half of all cases that go through a round or two of appeals end with benefits being awarded. But the bad news is, with a huge backlog of people waiting, it can take another eight to 10 months or longer to appeal the decision, and another 15 months to get a hearing if reconsideration is denied. Get Help You can hire a representative to help you with your Social Security disability claim. By law, representatives can charge only 25 percent of past-due benefits up to a maximum of $9,200 if they win your case. It’s probably worth hiring someone at the start of the application process if your disability is something difficult to prove such as chronic pain. If, however, your disability is obvious, it might be worth initially working without a representative to avoid paying the fee. You can always hire a representative later if your initial application and first appeal are denied. To find a representative, check with the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (nosscr.org) or National Association of Disability Representatives (nadr.org). Or, if you’re low-income, contact the Legal Services Corporation (lsc.gov/ find-legal-aid) for free assistance. 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. 1. On July 11, 1804, what famous duel happened in Weehawken, N.J.? 2. What USA city has a Historic Voodoo Museum? 3. On July 12 in what year did Geraldine Ferraro become the first female nominee for vice president: 1979, 1984 or 1994? 4. The Vegetable Orchestra, which creates instruments from fresh veggies, is based in what city that has been the residence of many composers? 5. What country are Great Danes native to: Denmark, France or Germany? 6. On July 13, 1977, what city had an approximately 24-hour electrical blackout? 7. What author of Concord, Mass., said, “[M]y greatest skill has been to want but little”? 8. Are yetis (wild men) only found in the Himalayas? 9. In 1973 the Wall of Sound was created for what band: AC/DC, Grateful Dead or Queen? 10. July 14 in France is Bastille Day; who sent the key to the Bastille to George Washington in 1790? 11. How are Arnold Palmer, Shirley Temple and Virgin Mary similar? 12. What word meaning “bird” was first used to mean men who enlisted in order to get food and clothing in winter? 13. On July 15, 2006, what social media site was launched that was later renamed? 14. What was the first sport at the ancient Olympic games: discus throw, sprint or javelin? 15. The 32nd chapter of “Moby-Dick” is titled “Cetology,” which means what? 16. On July 16, 1935, the first parking meters in the world were installed in what city that has a name that includes its state’s name? 17. In 1968 candidate Richard Nixon appeared on “Laugh In” and said what catchphrase? 18. In 1872 who was arrested for voting in the presidential election in Rochester, N.Y.? 19. What TV talk show host’s book club recommended books for sales of 55 million-plus? 20. On July 17, 1763, John Jacob Astor (famous family founder) was born in what German city that has the same name as a salad? ANSWERS 1. Between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr 2. New Orleans 3. 1984 4. Vienna (Examples: carrot recorder, pumpkin drum and agave leaf/kidney beans maraca.) 5. Germany (It was renamed due to geopolitical friction; in Germany it is still called Deutsche Dogge.) 6. NYC 7. Henry David Thoreau 8. Many places have them; they go by different names in Australia, China and the USA. 9. The Grateful Dead 10. Marquis de Lafayette (The key is displayed at Mount Vernon in Virginia.) 11. They are mocktails. 12. Snowbird (It later came to mean people travelling to a warmer area for the winter.) 13. Twitter (X) 14. A sprint 15. The study of whales 16. Oklahoma City 17. “Sock it to me” 18. Susan B. Anthony (plus 14 other women) 19. Oprah Winfrey 20. Waldorf

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 11, 2025 Page 19 MUSINGS | FROM PAGE 6 ing behind them. No arrests, no beatdowns, just a busted-up good time that found new life up at the Rez. And that, my friend, is the gospel truth — and I’m sticking to it. Just for the record: MPD overzealousness took place occasionally in Maldonia of yesteryear (shocking, I know)! The youth of early 1970s Maldonia knowing to resist the “elevator” at all costs (insert smiley face). Postscript 1: On occasion, Pete “he of the very large brain” Robinson good-naturedly refers to my column as “fake news.” He is to be forgiven; Pete fell under the spell of Howie and the Boston Herald many years ago and is skeptical of all other news sources (except the New York Post, of course). Pete, if you are reading today and doubt the veracity of the first Postscript, contact Frank Levine for confirmation. He and I ran home that night like scared little rabbits and never looked back. Insert smiley face. Postscript 2: The Class of 1973 at times gets a bad rap. Just because the football team went winless and a few of the seniors spent a little too much time on Revere Beach at Victor’s or over on Park Street doesn’t mean the 651 that eventually graduated should all suffer. (I say all this facetiously, of course.) The class was loaded with brilliant students and some really good athletes. Janice Brandano and Denise LeBlanc came up with the “theme” for the class of ’73 — “767 Let It Be” which combined the number of classmates (who entered as sophomores) with the Beatles hit song from their final album. Kids such as Joey Mayne, the hockey co-captain. Elaine LaSpina, the girls’ softball co-captain. Ronny Drinkwater, THE SALT DEDUCTION INCREASE P resident Trump signed off on the big beautiful bill on July 4, 2025. This legislation contained many various provisions, not just tax provisions. However, one big tax provision was the increase in the SALT (State and Local Tax) deduction. Since the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act enacted in 2017, this deduction was limited to $10,000 as an itemized deduction on Schedule A. A taxpayer added up his or her state income taxes, excise taxes and real estate taxes in order to include on Schedule A. However, the amount actually deducted could not exceed $10,000. Many taxpayers pay far in excess of $10,000 in those types of taxes, especially for taxpayers in states such as Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York and California. With the 2025 standard deduction at $30,000 for a married couple ($33,200 for a married couple if both are 65 years of age or older), with such a limit on the SALT deduction under the old law, many taxpayers would take the standard deduction because the total of their SALT deduction, charitable contributions, medical expenses and mortgage interest would not exceed the standard deduction. For a single person, the 2025 standard deduction is $15,000 ($17,000 if 65 years of age or older). This new law now allows taxpayers to claim up to $40,000 in SALT deductions thereby putting them in a better position to itemized their deductions. The SALT deduction for 2025 begins to phase out for taxpayers who have income of $500,000 or more. The $40,000 SALT deduction limit as well as the $500,000 income limit are increased by 1% per year up until December 31, 2029. For calendar year 2030, the SALT deduction will revert back to $10,000. The $40,000 SALT deduction is phased out as your income exceeds $500,000 by an amount equal to 30% of the excess income amount. As an example, if your 2025 income is $600,000, the phase out of the SALT deduction would be equal to 30% of $100,000, or $30,000, leaving you with a SALT deduction of only $10,000. The SALT deduction is completely phased out with income of $633,333 as $133,333 x 30% equals $40,000. It is difficult to claim medical expenses for most taxpayers as an itemized deduction as they must exceed 7.5% of your adjusted gross income before you get to deduct one dollar worth of medical expenses. Prior to this most recent legislation, the vast majority of taxpayers ended up taking the standard deduction. This new bill will allow many more taxpayers to itemize their deductions on Schedule A. However, the state income deduction and real estate tax deduction will have to be higher than the standard deduction, unless there are charitable contributions and medical expenses that bring you over that threshold. The new bill also preserved the end-around for the state income tax deduction wherein many states enacted tax legislation that allows for pass through entities such as S Corporations and LLC’s to pay the state income tax based upon the earnings of the business and take a deduction on the federal return at the entity level. Then, the individual owner can take a tax credit on his or her personal return equal to 90% (in Massachusetts) of the state income taxes actually paid by the entity. We’ll just have to see how this all plays out this upcoming tax season after the first of the year. 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. all-state football star (how many Maldonians can say they fought Muhammad Ali in an exhibition match — Bevy did!). Deb “Bobby’s big sister” Goodwin, president of the Pep Club. Al Goldstein, president of the German Honor Society. Janice Brandano, field hockey co-captain. One of the best Malden athletes of the past 60 years, Jane Brunelli, field hockey/basketball/and softball co-captain. Janice Ruane aka Mrs. Rick Raymond, president of the Green Room. Ronnie Ryner, president of the Black Student Union. David Sager, Class Treasurer. Doug Lund, wrestling co-captain (whose brother Dennis I had the pleasure of recently seeing for the first time since he caught for the Colonels in the BRL back in 1973). Barbara “Beth & Russell’s big sister” Sampson, President French Honor Society. Lee Kinnon, swim team co-captain. Jerry Robbins, co-chair Santa’s Psychedelic Shack (JR Fact 1: JR was my teammate on the BRL Stars; JR Fact 2: Malden misses him a great deal! JR Fact 3: Malden eagerly awaits the newest destination of the Jerry Robbins Memorial Field location). Edgeworth’s best and brightest, Hank O’Brien, basketball co-captain. Edgeworth’s mutton-chopped, classic black leather jacket–wearing original capo, Stevie Saraceni, football co-captain. Bruce Vining, hoop co-captain and “Boy Athlete of the Year” (and today still looking as though he could put up 25). The late, great Steve “Stef” Moro, outstanding student athlete! And of course, Joe Levine, who was simply Joe Levine, leader of the pack, who all agree in 1973 was one cool cat (e.g., his nickname was “Chills,” not ours). That’s a wrap, 1973, hope you guys enjoyed the kudos, and I hope to see many of you at the San Rocco Feast in August! Peter is a longtime Malden resident and a regular contributor to The Malden Advocate. He can be reached at PeteL39@aol.com for comments, compliments or criticisms. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net

Page 20 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 11, 2025 - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Middlesex Probate Division Docket No. MI25P3142EA Estate of: ROBERT JOHN BURKE Also Known As: ROBERT J. BURKE Date of Death: 05/08/2023 INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner John P. Burke of Bowie, MD a Will has been admitted to informal probate. John P. Burke of Bowie, MD has been informally appointed as the Personal Representative of the estate to serve without surety on the bond. The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner. July 11, 2025 Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/ Advocate.news.ma The Kid Does Clean Outs From 1 item to 1,000 * Basements * Homes * Backyards * Commercial Buildings The cheapest prices around! Call Eric: (857) 322-2854 REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS BUYER1 Banker, Aaron Ray, Tia M BUYER2 SELLER1 L&d Rt SELLER2 Dangelo, David Charles "Charlie" G. Countie, Sr. It is with deep sorrow and love that we announce the passing of Charles G. Countie, Sr. on June 23, 2025, at the age of 70, following a brief but courageous battle with cancer. Charlie was born in Boston, MA, on January 4, 1955, and was the son of the late Doreen (Greene) and Joseph Countie, Sr. He was raised and educated in Revere, graduating from Immaculate Conception School with the Class of 1972. He later went on to study at Northeastern University, paving the way for a career as a computer programmer. He eventually settled and made his home in Malden with his family. Charlie was the beloved husband of Susan (Legrow) for 46 years. Loving father of Michael and the late Danielle, Paul and Charles, Jr. Dear brother of Carolynn and the late Joseph, Jr. "Pa" is also survived by his grandchildren: Alexia, Brianna, Katrina, Evan, and Riley. He will be missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, and friends. INSPECTIONAL SERVICES 215 Pleasant Street, 3rd Floor Malden, Massachusetts 02148 (781) 397-7000 ext. 2030 OBITUARIES Also, not to be forgotten are his two dogs, Sugar and Starla. Charlie lived a life rooted in love for his family. His stories, often filled with humor, will be greatly missed but fondly remembered by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Although his passing was far too soon, we take comfort in knowing he's reunited with those he missed so dearly. Visitation was held on Thursday, July 10, 2025 at the Salvatore Rocco & Sons Funeral Homes, Everett. Mary C. "Marie" Swansen Of Malden. Passed away on July 7th. Beloved wife of the late James Swansen. Loving mother of Gerald Swansen of Malden, Leslie Santilli and her late husband John of Wilmington, NC, Linda Marino and her late husband Joseph of Malden, William Swansen and his wife Lynda of Salem, NH, Donna Swansen of Malden, John Swansen, and his wife Monique of Salisbury, MA and Mary Depace and her husband Pasquale "Pat" of Derry, NH. Dear sister of the late Pasquale and Joseph Conforto and Frances Joyce. Loving - LEGAL NOTICE - City of Malden Massachusetts MALDEN SITE PLAN REVIEW COMMITTEE for ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS PUBLIC HEARING The Malden Site Plan Review Committee for Accessory Dwelling Units will hold a public hearing in Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA, Mayor’s Conference Room, 4th Floor, at 6:00 P.M. on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, on the petition of Richard W. Hoffman Jr. and Lisa D. Hoffman, filed in Permit Application #RES-072537-2025 under Title 12, Code of the City of Malden, Section 12.32.030.D, seeking Site Plan Review and Site Plan Approval of a proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit to be constructed in the existing detached garage building of the single-family dwelling, at the property known as and numbered, 99 Gilbert Street, Malden, MA, and by City Assessor’s Parcel Identification #111 786 603. Petition and plans are available for public review in the Inspectional Services Department, Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Room 330, Malden, MA and through the City website under Permit Application # RES-072537-2025 at https://maldenma-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/SelfService#/home By: Nelson Miller Chair, Site Plan Review Committe July 3, 11, 2025 Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com. ADDRESS 25 Blaine St Adam, Christopher W Dent, Nicholas M Murphy, Shannon M 67 Watts St CITY DATE Malden 06.20.25 Malden 06.18.25 PRICE 780000 775000 daughter of the late Joseph and Angelina Conforto. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, and longtime friend, Sylvia Colangeli. Marie has been a lifelong resident of Malden. She is a graduate of Girls Catholic High School in Malden. For many years she worked as a bookkeeper for the P.A. Milan Trucking Company. Relatives & friends are invited to attend visitation at the Breslin Funeral Home, 610 Pleasant St., Malden on Tuesday July 15th from 8:30-9:45 AM followed by her Funeral Mass celebrated at Immaculate Conception Church, 600 Pleasant St., Malden at 10 AM. Services will conclude with interment in Forestdale Cemetery in Malden. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, TN 38105. www.stjude.org. Phyllis Joyce 89, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025 in her home in Malden. Phyllis was born in Oakdale, Maine in 1936 surrounded by her parOBITUARIES| SEE PAGE 23

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OBITUARIES | FROM PAGE 23 ents, 3 sisters and 1 brother. Her family moved to South Boston when she was a young child where she graduated from South Boston High School. She met and married the one and only true love of her life, Paul V. Joyce, Sr., in 1956. They started their lives living in Dorchester and then moved to Malden in 1976. Phyllis had 3 children, 3 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. She worked as a soda jerk at Liggets drug store in South Boston, moved on to serving at Howard Johnsons in Dorchester, and was then employed at the Harvard Club in Boston where she retired in 2006. Shortly after that, she became a lunch lady at the Forestdale Elementary School in Malden where she worked until 2016. FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT EVERETT THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 11, 2025 Phyllis will be remembered for her Page 23 kind, gentle and fun ways. Her children remember her as a generous, loving and nurturing mother. As a grandmother, her granddaughter Erin says she wasn't the typical grandma making cookies or cakes, she'd give you peeled grapes and American cheese and crackers. Some things Phyllis enjoyed were bowling, dancing, singing, playing cards and going to the casino to play slot machines. She believed it was important to stay active. She walked everywhere and participated in any kind of class offered at the Monsignor Neagle, whether it involved crafts or exercise. She lived on the 6th floor and would often walk up and down the stairs rather than using the elevator. Phyllis was predeceased by her hus1 bedroom, 1 bath furnished room for rent. $275. per week rent. Two week deposit plus 1 week rent required. Call: 617-435-9047 - NO TEXT band Paul V. Joyce, Sr. and her son, Thomas Joyce. She is survived by her son, Paul V. Joyce, Jr. and his wife, Elena; Diane M. Scannell and her husband, Bill; her 3 granddaughters Erin Baker (and her husband Ryan), Amanda Carr (and her husband Anthony), and Colleen Joyce; her 2 great-granddaughters, Cheyenne and Charlotte Baker. Phyllis's memory will be cherished by many other family members including her sister, Mary Lou Dolphyn of Georgia and her family, the Galvin families, the Fisher family, the Jalbert family, the Capuzzo families and the Boland family. A Celebration of Life Service to honor the life of Phyllis Joyce will be held on Sunday, July 27, 2025 @ Noon to 4:00 p.m. at the Loyal Order of Moose, 562 Broadway, Malden. TRINITY REAL ESTATE 321 MAIN STREET | SAUGUS, MA | VILLAGE PARK TrinityHomesRE.com 137 Congress Avenue, Chelsea List Price: $799,900 This multi family home offers 4 rooms, 2 bedrooms on the first floor. 6 rooms, 3 bedrooms on the second level. Wood flooring just refinished on the second level & first level was done 3 years ago. Massport sound improvement windows. Heating systems were Converted to gas heat two years ago, also two year old cement lined water heaters. Fenced in yard, Two car garage with brand new Garage door! Additional tandem parking for 3 to 4 cars. Family owned for close to 60 years!! Listing Agent: Lisa Smallwood 617.240.2448 781.231.9800 471 Broadway, Lynn List Price: $825,000 2 Family in convenient location..1st Unit has 4 Rms/2 Brs/1 Bath that features an eat-in cabinet kitchen w/gas stove, disposal, refrigerator and tiled floor, a large living room. The freshly painted 2nd Unit features an eat-in cabinet kitchen, a large open dining rm/living rm and a private master suite w/master bath and hardwood floors along with a small bonus area, 3 good size bedrooms and another full bath. 2 new gas furnaces and hot water heaters, upgraded electrical, 2 washer/dryer hook-ups,10 yr old roof, outdoor patio, yard space, 2 Car Garage. Listing Agent: Pat Torcivia 781.820.0974 Steps Stoops Rebuilt or Repaired Chimney Rebuilt or Repaired House Foundation Leaks Repaired All Basement Repairs Chimney Inspection Roofing & Siding Masonry Repairs Window Installation & Repairs Drywall & Carpentry Waterproofing 1 Carey Circle, 201, Revere - Rental Monthly: $3,000 358 Broadway, 22, Lynn - Rental Monthly: $2,700 AVAILABLE NOW AT POINT OF PINES CONDOMINIUMS! Spacious 2-bedroom, 2 full bath condo featuring a generous master suite designed for comfort and privacy. The sleek kitchen with stainless steel appliances is perfect for preparing your favorite meals. Enjoy the open-concept living space, which flows seamlessly to a private balcony~the perfect spot to relax and take in the ocean views and refreshing sea breeze Listing Agent: Lucia Ponte 781.883.8130 2-bedroom, 1 bathroom condo located in Wyoma Village! Walk into a bright and spacious living room which features a sliding door leading to your own private balcony. The open concept continues from the living room into the inviting eat in kitchen. The two bedrooms are adorned with wall-to-wall carpet and spacious closets. The building is professionally managed and includes a laundry room in the basement. One assigned off street parking spot, heat and hot water are included in the rent. Close to transportation, shopping, business, and restaurants. Listing Agent, Broker/Owner: Ronnie Puzon 917.992.3689 Providing Real Estate Services for Nearly Two Decades Servicing Saugus, Melrose, Wakefield, Malden, all North Shore communities, Boston and Beyond. Follow Us

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