Page 12 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, August 1, 2025 MSO celebrates graduation of Week 3 YPSA cadets Cadets from Malden were joined by Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian, Malden Mayor Gary Christenson and State Representative Paul Donato, among others. “Our goal for the Youth PubC HELMSFORD, Mass. – With smiles and salutes, the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office celebrated the completion of its third session of the Youth Public Safety Academy (YPSA) on July 25. Over 80 cadets from communities across Middlesex County were welcomed for a week of safety education, team-building activities, and leadership development. Throughout the week, cadets, primarily from Acton, Boxborough, Hudson, Malden, Maynard, Stoneham, and Wakefield, flocked to the MSO’s Training Academy in Chelmsford to participate in a variety of activities designed to educate them about law enforcement, emergency preparedness, fire safety, and more. Cadets also got to see the MSO’s K9 Unit in action, participate in interactive team activities, and meet first responders from their very own communities. Each week of YPSA ends with lic Safety Academy is to help young people develop confidence, leadership skills, and a deeper knowledge of the public safety professionals who serve their communities,” said Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian. “The energy these kids bring to this program each year always blows me away. We’re proud to continue to offer this fun and educational opportunity each summer.” Malden residents participate in Middlesex Sheriff’s Youth Public Safety Program a graduation ceremony to recognize cadets for their efforts as they are cheered on by their loved ones, public safety leaders, and elected officials from their communities. This week, graduates were joined by Boxborough Police Chief John Szewczyk, Malden Mayor Gary Christenson, Stoneham Police Chief James O’Connor, Wakefield Police Chief Steven Skory, Governor's Councillor Mara Dolan, and State Representative Paul Donato. YPSA is comprised of five, oneweek sessions and is open to individuals ages 8-12 living in any city or town in Middlesex County. Children ages 13-15 may also apply to participate as Counselors-In-Training, or CITs. To learn more about the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office or the YPSA program, please visit www. middlesexsheriff.org. Children’s Program at the Malden Public Library Lindsay and her Puppet Pals (Courtesy photo) L Malden youths are shown with Malden Police School Resource Officers Connor Cloherty (back row, left) and Chuck Washington (back row, right) when they visited Malden High School last Thursday as part of their participating in the annual Middlesex Sheriff’s Office’s Youth Public Safety Program, which was hosted by the office of Middlesex Sheriff Peter Koutoujian. (Courtesy/Malden Public Schools) Subscribe to the Advocate Online! www.advocatenews.net indsay and her Puppet Pals: Thursday, August 7, 3:00 p.m. Lindsay’s funny, fast-paced and highly interactive variety show delights the young and the young at heart! Kids will meet several larger-than-life, handcrafted puppets. Through animated storytelling and thoughtful messaging, she strives to inspire creative play, resilience and empathy in even the youngest. She believes shared joy and laughter strengthen communities. This show is a great fit for children ages three to eight and families. This program, presented in coordination with the North Suburban Child & Family Resource Network, is supported by a grant from the Malden Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. (To learn about other free programs, pick up the summer calendar at the library or visit the library’s website.)
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