Page 4 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 26, 2024 Celebrating July as Disability Pride Month Special to The Advocate O n July 15, the Malden Disability Commission, led by Chair Marilyn Andrews, and Commission member Kate Higgins, hosted an event in the City Council Chambers in recognition of Disability Pride Month. The event featured the first ever Disability Pride flag raising on City Hall Plaza as a symbol of solidarity, acceptance and pride. The first official celebration of Disability Pride Month occurred in July 2015, coinciding with the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The flag was created by Ann Magill and each of the colors represents different types of disabilities: red (physical disabilities); gold (neurodiversity); white (invisible disabilities and disabilities that haven’t yet been diagnosed); blue (emotional and psychiatric disabilities, including mental illness, anxiety and depression); and Lawrence A. Simeone Jr. Attorney-at-Law ~ Since 1989 ~ * Corporate Litigation * Criminal/Civil * MCAD * Zoning/Land Court * Wetlands Litigation * Workmen’s Compensation * Landlord/Tenant Litigation * Real Estate Law * Construction Litigation * Tax Lien * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net green (sensory disabilities). The faded black background represents the mourning and rage for victims of ableist violence and abuse. Marilyn Andrews emceed the event and Kate Higgins spoke about the importance of the day for the community. “The Malden Disability Commission works to help educate and advocate for the education and accessibility of our residents living with a disability or caring for a loved one with a disability,” stated Commission Chair Andrews. “This is an ongoing discussion where there is always new learning as we engage in our community. We proudly raised the Disability Pride flag to continue to work toward inclusion in our community.” “As a disabled resident of Malden, having the Disability Pride Flag prominently displayed in our community is a powerful symbol that I belong, that all Malden residents with disabilities are welcome and belong here,” said Higgins. “I am grateful to live in a place that values disability as an identity and seeks Celebrating Our 52nd Year Dan - 1972 We Sell Cigars & Accessories! MAJOR BRANDS AT DISCOUNT PRICES! Singles * Tins Green Label Sale Buy 2 Cigars, Get One FREE! Starting at $18.95 * Bundles * Boxes Many Types Starting at $49.95 Starting at $95.95 * Travel Humidors * Desk Top Humidors * Many Types of Lighters * Ash Trays * Juuls * Vapes * Glass Pipes * Rewards Program * CBD Infused Products * GIFTS UNDER $30 - GIFT CERTIFICATES HOURS: OPEN DAILY, MON. - SAT., 9 AM - 7 PM / SUN., 9 AM - 6 PM Humidor Specials! Starting as LOW as $99. Complete with Accessories R.Y.O. TOBACCO & TUBES ON SALE! WE MAKE HOUSE KEYS! A.B.C. CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 Chris 2024 (Courtesy of the City of Malden) new ways to promote access and inclusion. I hope the flag will raise awareness about disability as an important aspect of the diversity that makes up our neighborhoods.” Also, part of the program was a proclamation issued by Mayor Gary Christenson, who also recognized the advocacy and work of the Disability Commission in the community. Malden man, 35, arrested at MBTA’s South Station on outstanding warrant related to drug distribution charges By Steve Freker A 35-year-old Malden man was arrested Tuesday on an outstanding warrant related to drug distribution charges at the MBTA’s South Station on the Red Line. After reports of concerns by riders at South Station on Tuesday of alleged drug activity and distribution Tuesday evening around 10 p.m., MBTA Transit Police approached a man to discuss possible suspicious behavior. Subsequently, it was determined the individual had an outstanding warrant from Quincy District Court on charges related to narcotics distribution. Once confronted by the Transit Police, it was determined that the man was wanted on the warrant, leading to his arrest. The suspect was then transported to Transit Police Headquarters, on Southampton Street, Boston, to undergo the booking process. Transit Police did not identify the suspect by name, only by age and city of residence. MBTA Transit Police arrested a Malden man on an outstanding warrant from Quincy Court related to narcotics distribution. (Courtesy/MBTA Transit Police)
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