Your Local News, Sports & More! Scan & Subscribe to Advocate News Online! Vol. 35, No. 31 -FREEwww.advocatenews.net Published Every Friday City Council holds special meeting to discuss Mass. AG finding that Councillor Colón Hayes violated Open Meeting Law State's top lawyer warns Council any future Open Meeting Law violations will be considered 'intentional'; Requests copies of all emails, text messages, voicemails associated with Colon Hayes' actions Special to The Advocate T he Malden City Council held a special Council meeting on July 28 to address the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office's recent finding that City Councillor Karen Colón Hayes individually violated the state’s Open Meeting Law. The infraction occurred during the process of filling a vacancy on the Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School Committee this past fall. Mass. Attorney General AnKaren Colon Hayes Councillor at Large drea Campbell, in addition to determining the illegal actions, ordered the immediate release of allcommunications exchanged in the violation, including private text messages, emails, and voicemail transcripts as well as some Facebook screenshots. Following is a brief timeline, some of which was read off by City Clerk Carolann Desiderio, of what transpired last Fall, 2025 regarding the vacancy of the Malden seat on the Northeast school board, created by the sudden passing of James Holland, who is also the retired Malden Police Chief, on Sept. 17, 2025. — The vacancy arose in September 2025 and after a week, MEETING | SEE PAGE 5 City of Malden Hosts Annual National Night Out J 617-387-2200 Friday, August 7, 2026 THEY MADE IT! Twenty more Malden High Class of 2026 seniors earn diplomas Family, friends, city and school officials & staff congratulate Summer MHS Graduation honorees MAYOR ON STAGE: Mayor Gary Christenson addresses those in the audience at the Class of 2026 Summer Graduation. Looking on, from left to right: Malden High School Principal Michael Sabin, Ward 3 School Committee member Jennifer Spadafora, Ward 5 School Committee member Elizabeth Hortie and Asst. Supt. Komal Bhasin. (Advocate Photo) By Steve Freker F or the second time this year, he used a bit of his “inner Frank Sinatra” to get the point across, which was this: The Malden High School Class of 2026 went over and above to present themselves as unique and incomparable to the graduating classes that preDIPLOMAS | SEE PAGE 7 Special Friends of the Malden River Meeting at City Hall Topic: revisions to the building site review on the Malden River oin the Friends of the Malden River for a special meeting on FUN RESPONDERS: Malden hosted its annual National Night Out to foster a positive relationship between community members and law enforcement, fire and medical personnel at Macdonald Stadium on Tuesday night. Pictured front center, from left to right, are: Madden Mulligan, 8 months, and Maverick Mulligan, 3. Shown back row, from left to right, are: Lt. Ryan Fortier, Captain Evan Tuxbury, Officer Amanda Grenier, Mayor Gary Christenson, Officer Michael Polston, and Officer Pat Manolian. See photo highlights inside. (Advocate photo by Tara Vocino) Monday, August 10, 2026, from 6:00-7:30 in Malden City Hall’s Room 105 (first floor). Share your opinion, comments and ideas for this proposal of revising the zoning ordinance on the Malden River banks in Malden by the Strategic Planning Community and Development Department. The goal is to have a draft plan set by the end of August to propose to the City Council. If you cannot attend the August 10 meeting, any questions or comments can be sent via email to the Friends of the Malden River, which will present them for you. All comments are welcome before August 19. The draft plan will be presented to the public after it is revised with comments received. Malden’s Deputy Director for Business and Economic Development, Zach Lemel, will present a draft proposal to revise the zoning to promote economic development on lower Commercial Street in Malden. The intent of the revised zoning is to incentivize light industrial use development along the Malden River to increase Malden’s tax revenue in addition to providing access and open space along the Malden River. MEETING | SEE PAGE 3
Page 2 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, August 7, 2026 Mayor Christenson addresses claims by Councillor Colón Hayes of alleged attempt to circumvent Northeast Vocational school board appointment process Below is the text of the Mayor’s remarks read during the Public Comment segment at the July 28 City Council meeting. O ver the past several days I have been contacted by several residents requesting that I address a series of inaccurate statements made by Councillor Karen Colón Hayes in a recent social media post. While I generally do not respond to such posts, the level of inaccuracy makes it necessary to get the record straight. By way of background, the vacancy on the Northeast Metropolitan Vocational School Committee arose on the passing of Jim Holland on September 17. On September 24, after speaking with my office, City Clerk Carol Ann Desiderio communicated with the City Council an outline for the potential process for filling the vacancy. In that communication, the clerk noted the following: The regional agreement requires the vacancy be filled by the School Committee and the City Council acting jointly. Two, the Mayor’s Office recommended posting the position to gauge interest. Three, the personnel committees of each body were encouraged to play an active role, and the Council was advised to consider the process used in Chelsea, where the City Council took the lead and submitted a nominee to the School Committee. On November 13, nearly two months after the vacancy occurred and with no substantive follow-up to the September 24 City Clerk’s communication, I sent a letter to the City Council to help move the process forward. In that letter I recommended Jeff Donahue for consideration based on his vast experience in the trades, prior service as a City Councillor and demonstrated interest in vocational education. I explicitly stated that the appointment had to be made jointly by the City Council and the School Committee and suggested the Council consider following the process used in Chelsea. Contrary to Councillor Colón Hayes’ claim that this was an attempt to push the matter through, the recommendation was placed on the City Council docket, advanced through a public agenda, and handled with full transparency and opportunity for discussion. By contrast, her own actions occurred outside of the public process and involved communications with a quorum of her colleagues. The Attorney General subsequently found that Councillor Colón Hayes violated the Open Meeting Law by improperly engaging with a quorum of the City Council. While she is entitled to her opinion on any nominee, she is not entitled to disregard the law in the process. Her communications included urging colleagues to oppose the appointment, recommending an alternative candidate and suggesting that the matter be delayed or tabled. In effect, she actively coordinated efforts to influence the outcome before the issue was heard in open session, conduct that directly undermines the transparency that the Open Meeting Law is designed to protect. In an apparent effort to deflect attention from her violation, Councillor Colón Hayes has mischaracterized my recommendation as an attempt to circumvent the Council and bypass an election. That claim is incorrect and unsupported by both the facts and the Attorney General’s findings. There was no election. Rather, there was, at best, an ambiguous process with unclear procedures as outlined in the regional community agreement for filling a vacancy. With that in mind, I then placed the matter on a public document accompanied by correspondence explaining my position. Furthermore, once the then School Committee Vice Chair developed a process involving the City Council, I fully supported and adhered to it. It is also important to emphasize that the Attorney General’s determination did not challenge the existence of a recommendation or of the procedural framework itself. Instead, it focused on Councillor Colón Hayes’ improper efforts to influence a quorum outside of a duly noticed public meeting. The law strictly prohibits such pre-meeting coordination regardless of intent. Councillor Colón Hayes’ claim that she was merely “alerting” colleagues of the situation and that some Council members contacted her but that the specific matter was not discussed, is simply implausible. The Attorney General’s investigation found Councillor Colón Hayes went well beyond what is permissible, including attempting to sway votes, personally attacking the character of the nominee, and discussing her permission. She also suggested removing the item from the docket “quietly.” These actions are inconsistent with someone who “champions” transparency and instead reflects an intent to influence the outcome outside of the public process. Residents reasonably expect elected officials to act with integrity, follow the law and accept responsibility when mistakes are made. Attempting to shift blame through inaccurate representations, particularly considering the Attorney General’s determination, are inconsistent with those expectations. While I will continue to exercise restraint in responding to most public commentary, I will not allow demonstrably false claims to go unchallenged.
THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, August 7, 2026 Page 3 Kathleen McKenna celebrates 80 years young Special to The Advocate M ayor Gary Christenson recently celebrated Malden resident Kathleen McKenna in honor of her 80th birthday at a celebration held by family and friends. Kathy is well known for her commitment to the community through her work with Bread of Life, where she spent many years volunteering, then served on the Board of Directors and later became President. A hospital and health care professional, Kathy has dedicated her long career as a nurse to taking care of others. Mayor Christenson surprised Kathy with a Citation in honor of her milestone birthday, and when he asked what her secret was for such a long and happy life, she said that “drinking tea” keeps her young. (Courtesy photo) MEETING | FROM PAGE 1 The existing building site review plan that was passed by the Malden City Council in 2021 is available at https://malden. municipalcodeonline.com/ by searching for 12.12.200 Malden River Site Plan Review. The details of the existing building code are as follows: Purpose and Intent: To ensure that the design and layout of new development and redevelopment will protect and conserve the Malden River and expand public access and use. The intent of the Site Plan Review process is to regulate rather than prohibit use of properties that abut the Malden River through reasonable conditions which may be recommended by the Site Plan Review Committee (SPRC). Site Plan Review is an administrative review and shall not be construed as a special permit for review or appeal purposes. As used herein this Ordinance, the Malden River is defined to be the Malden River and Little Creek, as referenced by the USGS Topographic map, where day lighted. Primary The Massachusetts Primary Elections are on September 1, 2026. Malden Safe Streets invited the Friends of the Malden River to provide a couple of questions to the candidates for their recent forum, and Judy Duggan of the Friends presented questions during the forum. Malden Safe Streets’ blog has more info about the forum. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 orInfo@advocatenews.net SABATINO/MASTROCOLA INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM
Page 4 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, August 7, 2026 Malden students take the stage at Greater Boston Stage Company! Five musicals, nearly 100 young artists, an unforgettable summer of theatre G reater Boston Stage Company is thrilled to announce its Young Company Summer Festival 2026, featuring five fully staged musicals performed by students in grades four through 12. Running August 6–16, the festival brings together nearly 100 young performers from 22 Greater Boston communities to create five fully staged musicals under the guidance of professional directors, choreographers, music directors, designers and theatre artists. This year’s Summer Festival has Disney’s “The Little Mermaid JR.,” “Singin’ in the Rain JR.,” Disney’s “Camp Rock: The Musical,” “Footloose: The Musical” and “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.” “Summer Festival is one of the highlights of our year,” says Greater Boston Stage Company’sDirector of Education, Autumn Blazon-Brown. “Over the course of just a few weeks, students build lasting friendships, develop confidence, strengthen their artistic skills, and create truly remarkable theatre together. Watching their growth from the first rehearsal to opening night is inspiring, and we can’t wait to share these productions with our community.” The shows: Disney’s “The Little Mermaid JR.” performed by Act 1 (Grades 4–6): Friday, August 14, at 5:00 p.m.; Saturday, August 15, at 12:00 p.m.; Sunday, August 16, at 12:00 p.m. Dive “under the sea” with Ariel, Sebastian and all your favorite ocean friends in this magical adaptation of Disney’s beloved classic. Filled with unforgettable songs, colorful characters and heartwarming adventure, Disney’s “The Little Mermaid JR.” is a celebration of courage, friendship and following your dreams. “Singin’ in the Rain JR.” performed by Acts 1 & 2 (Grades 4–9): Friday, August 14, at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, August 15, at 3:00 p.m.; Sunday, August 16, at 3:00 p.m. Step into Hollywood’s golden age as silent film stars Don Lockwood, Kathy Selden and Lina Lamont navigate the exciting transition from silent movies to talking pictures. Featuring classic songs, energetic dance numbers and timeless comedy, “Singin’ in the Rain JR.” captures the excitement, humor and glamour of one of musical theatre’s most beloved stories. Disney’s “Camp Rock: The Musical” performed by Act 2 (Grades 7–9): Thursday, August 13, at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, August 15, at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, August 16, at 7:30 p.m. Get ready to rock! 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THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, August 7, 2026 Page 5 MEETING | FROM PAGE 1 Mayor Gary Christenson, who also serves as Malden School Committee chairperson, sent a letter to the City Council noting the vacancy and that it would be a joint appointment through the Council and Malden School Committee. — After nearly two months of inaction, the Mayor sent a formal letter to the Council in what he stated was an effort to move the process forward. In the letter, which appeared publicly on the Council docket on November 18, he recommended former City Councillor Jeffrey Donahue, citing Donahue’s “vast experience in the trades, prior service as a city councilor and demonstrated interest in vocational education.” That joint appointment proposal appeared on the Nov. 18 agenda, sponsored by Councilor Peg Crowe, chair of the Personnel/Appointments Committee. Mass. Attorney General Campbell's office determined the events that followed proved an attempt by Councillor Colón Hayes to circumvent the appointment process through a violation of the Open Meeting Law. Included were a series of cellphone calls, text messages via the cellphone, and other forms of communication including at least one face-to-face meeting. All of the communications added up to an illegal quorum outside of the established meeting guidelines, generated by Councillor Colón Hayes' contact with Council colleagues. In some social media posts and also in an opinion piece published in The Malden Advocate in last week's edition, Councillor Colón Hayes claimed,"A few months ago, the mayor attempted to bypass the election process for Malden’s representative on the Northeast Metro Tech School Committee by placing his nominee on the City Council agenda. This would have circumvented the established procedure, which requires a joint appointment by the City Council and School Committee when a vacancy occurs," she wrote last week. Mayor Christenson did not appear at the July 28 special meeting, but provided a written statement that was read by the City Clerk during the Public Comment segment where he directly addressed Colón Hayes' claims and gave a detailed description of his actions in the process, as well as recollection of Colón Hayes' response. Councilor Colón Hayes' response is what drew the investigation and subsequent finding of an Open Meeting Law violation by the Attorney General. “While I generally do not respond to such posts, the level of inaccuracy makes it necessary to get the record straight,” Christenson wrote. He emphasized that his recommendation of Donahue was “placed on the City Council docket, advanced through a public agenda and handled with full transparency and opportunity for discussion," Mayor Christenson wrote. “By contrast, (Councillor Colón Hayes') own actions occurred outside of the public process and involved communications with a quorum of her colleagues,” added Mayor Christenson,. Ward 8 Councilor Jadeane Sica, who filed the original Open Meeting Law complaint in November 2025 and in January elevated that complaint to go to the Mass. AG after the city solicitor’s office initially dismissed it, stated that she had previously reached out to Colón Hayes in an effort to work together. “Back in March, after seeing many negative social media posts or comments regarding myself and Karen’s bickering back and forth during meetings and in general, I decided to reach out to Karen, extending an olive branch, and suggested a truce so that we could move forward productively for the betterment of Malden,” said Sica. “My desire to work constructively hasn’t changed, and I stand by that effort.” However, Sica expressed deep disappointment in Colón Hayes’ public response to the AG’s ruling, criticizing video and social media explanations. “Good governance requires accountability, which is why we need to address this matter tonight,” Sica said. “Taking ownership, being an effective leader, isn’t about being perfect. It’s about taking responsibility when a mistake is made. Rebranding a state law violation as a learning experience while blaming others demonstrates a complete lack of personal accountability. “The attorney general’s office conducted an independent, objective investigation based on hard evidence, voicemails, text messages, call logs,” she said. “The response shouldn’t be to point fingers at other people who have violated the Open Meeting Law, the mayor, the city solicitor or us fellow councilors. Turning a clear legal ruling into a narrative of personal victimization distracts from the actual issue. The public’s right to open government was compromised.” “The Open Meeting Law exists to protect public trust, not to be treated as a game of loopholes,” Sica said. “My hope for the future is simple: that not just you, everyone up here, if they get found in violation, learn from our mistakes, take responsibility for our actions and hold ourselves to the standards our community expects of us.” Councillor Colón Hayes spoke last on the matter.“This was very, very hard for me. I was distraught when I saw the name,” said Colón Hayes. 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Page 6 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, August 7, 2026 ~ Malden Musings ~ Maryanne Smith Remembers Rose Ann Tomasello By Peter Levine M aryanne Smith is stone-cold Maldonia. The Blue & Gold of Malden High doesn’t just live in her memory bank — it gallops through her veins. She’s the embodiment of a generation that grew up when neighbors were like family, every street corner had its own cast of unforgettable characters (Zebra, Chuckie S), and lifelong friendships were forged on sidewalks, front stoops, hoop courts and Harvard Street Park. For Maryanne, it all began in her beloved Newland Street Projects, where every stoop/lawn chair told a tale (good, bad and ugly — LOL), every backyard was an adventure and the seasonal change brought just another memory to hold near and dear. Those who know her know that Smitty’s love for Malden isn’t something she just yip yaps about — it’s simply who the woman is. No lie. Maryanne has carried the heart and soul of this city with her wherever life has taken her, along with a lifetime of glorious memories that could fill an encyclopedia that are best shared over (these days) a cup of coffee (and not publicly — LOL) with old friends who remember when Malden was, and always will be, home. But I digress... Growing up in Malden in the 1970s and 1980s was special indeed (you young pups missed a party!). We were close knit and although we may not have all traveled in each other’s same circles — these same circles crissed and crossed and intersected eventually, making us all one big (somewhat) happy family. If my medulla oblongata serves Summer is Here! Established 1978 Mid-grade Regular 3.83 4.37 5.05 $4.59 Full Service ULS $4.379 Order online at angelosoil.com Kerosene Now Available! but this isn’t goodbye, it’s see you later! ‘Set’em up Rose, until we meet again!!’” It is said in Malden Musings... According to a real O.G. — Jason The undefeated 1975 Malden High School Girl’s Hoop Team Captains Rose Tomasello & Brenda Sousa (center front, holding ball) me righteously, by 1979 Sister Sledge’s “We Are Family” had become the Harvard/Newland Street crowd national anthem played religiously at every single party thrown throughout the city. Also, during and after and in between every softball game. Those were truly “good times.” But, once again — I digress... Maryanne took fingers to keyboard soon after the passing of local icon and one of her besties, Rose Ann Tomasello, and penned these most beatific words: “Rose, this has been such a hard week trying to find the words. We are all grieving your loss. You were one of a kind, loud, smart, kind, loyal and funny as hell. You drew people in, you were like the ‘pied piper’, and I would have followed you anywhere. 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We were from Malden, and we both loved this city. “That was 50 yrs ago, and we have had such a wonderful friendship, so many great memories, all of our softball games & tournaments! You were our leader, you motivated us, made us better players, so many great memories. We saw the Celtics & Lakers in ‘84’ so many Red Sox games and all the ‘firsts’ for me, you took me skiing, remember me going down the hill and ended up in the parking lot?! All our P-Town trips, our football parties at our camp…you loved the Pats! Through the years we remained good friends, being there for each other after both losing our sisters. Rose, thank you, thank you so much for always being there for me, always checking in, for all the conversations, all the laughter and fun, we always said, ‘thank God there was no social media back in the day!!’ “You were my sister, my hero, my loyal friend. I was so lucky and blessed to have shared a wonderful friendship with you and your family, and you with mine. I will continue to tell our stories. I love you Rose; I will miss you terribly, Munroe — good things are finally happening over on Webster Court at the East Side AA. Looks like they live to serve cold beer another day. Details to follow. • Abraham Foxman. May his memory be a blessing. • Yer old-time Maldonia iffin you remember the jingle “fill your belly at the Downstairs Deli!” Who can fill in the blanks (besides the “Hoganator,” Ron Hogan)? • Congratulations to Malden High School Golden Tornado pitching phenom Ryan McMahon on his MHS record of 23 career wins for the starting 9! Malden Musings wishes you much success in the future, young man. • At the Immaculate, during Dom (Fermano’s) funeral, as wife Sheila took the mic, I could literally feel — deep inside — every single word of pain she spoke. Every. Single. Word. Always on our minds and in our hearts, Sheila. Stay well. • I hear through the Maldonia grapevine that the forever lovely Mary Barricelli may love my grand-kids Christian, Lola, Lana, Jack and Milo just as much as I do! Thank you so much, Mary, they are little sweethearts and so are you. Say hello to that little rascal of a brother of yours, the one and only Diego. • San Rock enthusiasts! You’re in for a real treat, as Capo di tutti i capi Joyce (Mover) continues negotiations with West Peabody’s Tiffany DeMarchi of “Tiffany’s Tasty Treats” to have her hot pink trailer loaded with all kinds of fresh and hot goodies grace us with her presence. Stay tuned. As Peter Falk’s iconic TV character Columbo would say, “Just one more thing, sir” — recently retired MPD’s (name-dropping, derriere kissing alert) George MacKay is a very dear friend of mine. Many were the times we spent together over the last 50 years having the time of our lives (we just didn’t know it at the time). 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THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, August 7, 2026 Page 7 DIPLOMAS | FROM PAGE 1 ceded them. “You met challenges that might have discouraged others, but you continued to move forward,” Malden Mayor Gary Christenson said at the Summer Graduation Ceremony for Malden High School seniors, held July 29 in the venerable Jenkins Auditorium at MHS. “You adapted, you persevered and you refused to be stopped by obstacles. Above all, you chose to be resilient.” “You seniors chose the journey which resonates in ‘My Way’ and it shows, especially where you have arrived today,” said Mayor Christenson, who had previously sung a verse of Sinatra’s signature melody at the first MHS graduation exercises on Sunday afternoon in June. “I will not be singing again today!” the Mayor declared, to Honored graduates had front row seats in the Jenkins Auditorium for the ceremony. (Advocate Photo) chuckles from the audience. Twenty members of the Malden High School Class of 2026 were honored on July 31, completing their graduation requirements in the summer session. They were all awarded their high school diplomas as a large audience of family and friends cheered and congratulated them. The traditional Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony was held on June 7 at Macdonald Stadium with 458 diplomas conferred. Malden High School Principal Michael Sabin greeted those in attendance and congratulated the Class of 2026 graduates. “These students earned the right to be here and chose the path to success and achievement,” Sabin said Delivering greetings and conMHS PRINCIPAL SABIN: Firstyear Malden High School Pr inc ipa l Mi chae l Sabin congratulated the MHS Class of 2026 Summer Graduates. (Advocate Photo gratulations from the Malden Public Schools, MPS Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Learning Komal Bhasin echoed the themes of “perseverance and resilience,” qualities which brought these graduates to this day of celebration. Also in attendance at Summer Graduation 2026 were Malden School Committee members Jennifer Spadafora (Ward Three) and Elizabeth Hortie (Ward Five). Special acknowledgement and thanks were announced for Emily Floyd, MHS Title I Coach, who served as MHS Summer School Program Coordinator for the first time this summer, as well as a number of Malden Public Schools educators who served on the Summer School teaching staff. **** Twenty Class of 2026 members are new Malden High graduates. The following Malden High Class of 2026 seniors received their diplomas at Summer Graduation: Angelie Aponte Adam Bekrine Jordan Caplis Justin Alexander Castillo Montes Lenna Chawqui MAYOR SPEAKS: Mayor Gary Christenson congratulates the Class of 2026 Malden High Summer Graduates. (Advocate Photo) Crystal Chen Kyle Costa Denilson Da Cruz Sabrina Dangervil Jeud Delva Dao Do Fernando Flores Joseph Isles 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 MORE SUPPORT. MORE SOLUTIONS. LESS WORRY. Clear answers, faster decisions, and a team that goes above and beyond to get things done. We make it easy for you to get more of what you want. Because here, easy means more. EverettBank.com GET WITH THE PROGRAM: Malden High students Ye Lin (left) and Ronald Calvalho (right) assisted at Summer Graduation by handing out programs. (Advocate Photo) Luderson Jeannot Alvia Lamarra Nourudeen Mossalam Renan Oliveira Luz Mendoza Perez Danyel Trocate Ferreira Jean Victor
Page 8 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, August 7, 2026 FUN-damentals basketball camp teaches life skills to Malden residents T he FUN-damentals Weeklong Basketball Camp at Pioneer Charter School of Science in Everett taught children about life, the game of basketball and discipline. Approximately 32 children from nine communities participated. Awards were presented on Friday to the top athletes. ~ Political Endorsement ~ Carey McDonald Consolidates Progressive Support In 5th Middlesex State Senate Race Endorsements from Progressive Mass and other key groups show McDonald is the clear progressive choice Special to The Advocate M Third grader Conner Mulligan, of Malden, won the Hustle and Spirit Award — presented by Head Coach Tony Ferullo. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Seventh grader Anyieth Kuany, of Malden, won the Free Throw Award (30:50) — presented by Head Coach Tony Ferullo. August Dan, of Malden, won the Hot Shot Award — presented by Head Coach Tony Ferullo. ALDEN, MA – State senate candidate Carey McDonald has consolidated the support of progressive organizations in the race for the open 5th Middlesex seat, as the campaign enters its final month before the Democratic primary. Today’s week’s announcement that Progressive Mass is endorsing McDonald is a major milestone; the state’s premier statewide grassroots progressive organization selects endorsements through direct votes of its members. In the past week, McDonald has announced a slate of endorsements from leading progressive groups, climate activists, and progressive unions, including: • Massachusetts Working Families Party • Boston Teachers’ Union • United Food and Commercial Workers 1445 • International Association of The camp has children from nine communities, including Revere, Saugus, Everett and Malden. Pictured front row: Nyima Gethoktsang, Conner Mulligan, Dawa Gethoktsang, Jared Walsh, Aryanah Nestor. Second row: Leena Fouinna, Ellie Guenin, Noemi Van Durme, Ian Mulligan, Idalyah Nestor, Amir St. Louis. Third row: Elias Guessous, Mari Gebreselassie, Jaxon Chu, Emmett Dan, Jigdal Gethoktsang, Camp Counselor Kaylee MacDonald, Jesus Reyes. Fourth row: Anthony Batista, Anyieth Kuany, Zion Foster, Jordan Mulligan, Nathaniel Fikru, Camp Director Tony Ferullo. Back row: Camp Counselor Calvin Damas, Tenzin Kunkyab, Giuseppe Urrata, Z'Andre Lopez, Ryan Giri, Jermaine Bellard Jr., August Dan, and Camp Counselor Kuany Kuany. Firefighters Local 902 • Clean Water Action • Mass Alliance • Mystic Valley Progressives • Malden Mayor Gary Christenson McDonald has signed Every District Accountable pledge for good government and transparency from Act On Mass, and the No Fossil Fuel Money pledge; and has also committed to supporting Medicare for All with the Mass Care Campaign. Carey McDonald is a threeterm Malden city councillor and Finance committee chair, a nonprofit executive, and working parent. Carey is running for the State Senate in the 5th Middlesex to take on Beacon Hill’s lack of urgency, and to fight for the opportunities our communities need. They support transparency, public records and open meetings for the legislature, and the voter-approved legislative audit. Carey’s priorities are to fund our schools and communities by reforming school funding and fixing the local budget crisis across the state; make life more affordable through utility bills, housing and childcare; and fight the Trump administration’s attacks on our rights, our neighbors and our economy. Spotting Scams L earn to get better at spotting scams! Join the Malden Public Library on Thursday, Aug. 13, from 6-7 p.m. for “Spotting Scams” with financial advisor Gandy Louisne. He’ll be talking about identifying scams and fraud, and the different steps you can take to protect yourself. This program is filled with advice for everyone from young adults to seniors, and is provided for free by the Hanscom Federal Credit Union’s WealthTrek Center.
THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, August 7, 2026 Page 9 To stay cool, Malden adds shade to local park A s Malden residents battled the recent heatwaves that come with climate change, the City of Malden completed its latest Wicked Cool Mystic project: a small-scale cooling and shade installation at the skate park next to Tartikoff Park. “Here in Malden, we are experiencing climate change now,” said Mayor Gary Christenson as he announced the completion of this project, “especially in high pavement areas like the skate park. We need solutions that help our residents stay cool outdoors, and this project is a great example of a solution that is relatively small dollars but has an impact right away.” The skate park installation, which is the City's second Wicked Cool Mystic project, includes a pergola with climbing vines and a solar-powered fan. This is located on the sidewalk in front of the park, near enough to the MBTA 105 bus stop to allow those waiting for the bus to cool off. The project also includes new plantings around the park and shade fabric installed on the residents have asked for, including shaded bus stops, water fountains, new trees and shade structures. MyRWA Climate Organizing A Wicked Cool Mystic project: Pictured is the cooling and shade installation at the skate park next to Tartikoff Park. park’s fence. Wicked Cool Mystic is a regional effort by the Resilient Mystic Collaborative to implement resident-led cooling solutions. It builds on watershed-wide temperature data collected by volunteer community scientists in 2021 via a project called Wicked Hot Mystic. Wicked Cool Mystic, which is funded by the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) program, began with two years of community engagement by the Mystic River Watershed Association (MyRWA) and 13 climate leaders in Chelsea, Everett, Malden and Arlington. The project centers on learning from everyday people how they experience heat and what interventions they want to see in their communities. This spring and summer, those four municipalities constructed cooling interventions that deliver on what Manager Marissa Zampino conducted community engagement for this project in partnership with the City of Malden. She said, “It’s nice to see something the community wants come to fruition. As summers get hotter, we still need places to be and play.” Projects like this, she said, “can go up fast and provide shade immediately.” Malden’s Department of Strategic Planning and Community Development’s Sustainability and Grants Manager, Rebekah McPheeters, who also worked on this project, noted that this project is part of a larger climate action strategy. “Malden’s Climate Action Plan calls on the City to reduce the ‘Urban Heat Island Effect’ we feel here in Malden. We will continue to implement shade projects like this to further that goal, and we will also explore de-paving projects, cool roofs and pavements, additional water features, and more.” This past year, Malden expanded its tree canopy by over 600 trees. In addition, Malden partnered with the Metropolitan Area Planning Council to put out “Cool Communications” educating residents about how to stay safe in summer heat. The City of Malden’s Extreme Heat webpage includes a map of local heat relief sites in Malden, including splash pads, pools and parks. Malden’s first Wicked Cool Mystic project — in December 2025 — involved installing a series of new combination water fountains and bottle fillers at Coytemore Lea Park, Lincoln Commons and the Community Gardens near Bryant Street. Malden, Chelsea, Everett, Arlington, Somerville and Revere jointly submitted a new regional application to the MVP program this spring, in the hope that Wicked Cool Mystic can continue for a third round. Awards are expected to be announced in August. Sen. Lewis and Mass. Senate pass major economic development legislation S enator Jason Lewis joined his colleagues in the Massachusetts Senate to pass an economic development package that lifts up small businesses and burgeoning industries, surges the production of new housing units through automatic two-family zoning and reins in potential dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) by instituting responsible guardrails against catastrophes. The bill also creates safety rules for fast electric scooters and e-bikes, bans predatory kiosks used in cryptocurrency scams and invests $100 million in immediate support for scientific research programs at public higher education institutions. With $575 million in total spending authorizations, the economic development bill is poised to grow quality jobs in the Commonwealth, support innovation and improve the quality of life for workers and families. “The state legislature is committed to fostering new economic development in Massachusetts to create new business and job opportunities and to strengthen our communities,” said Senator Lewis. “This legislation will make Massachusetts even more competitive and attractive to both businesses and workers.” The bill will now be reconciled with a different version that was previously passed by the House of Representatives. It will then be sent to Governor Maura Healey for her signature and/or other actions. Highlights of the legislation: • Investing $100 million (M) for public higher education institutions to help maintain the pace of scientific research and discovery and retain talented graduate and post-doctorate workers in the face of federal research funding cuts • Requiring major AI developers to account for their AI models’ risk of critical safety incidents by setting frameworks to avoid potential catastrophes with oversight from the Attorney General’s Office • Generating new housing units by allowing two-family homes on all residentially zoned lots, subject to reasonable local limitations • Creating an easier process for converting commercial properties into residential units and requiring timely review processes for housing construction projects • Supporting the development and construction of permanently affordable homeownership units by authorizing up to $2.5M for a pilot program to fund the creation of units for low- and moderate-income households, including units within mixed-use developments • Implementing new safety standards for e-bikes and electric scooters, including regulations for safety equipment and after-market modifications, age and speed restrictions and a ban on mopeds and similar devices from bike lanes and shareduse paths • Authorizing up to $20M to support community development financial institutions (CDFIs) and small businesses • Authorizing up to $25M to support downtown and main street vitality in Massachusetts towns and cities, in addition to $2.5M to help convert vacant storefronts into pop-up opportunities for new small businesses • Authorizing up to $25M to support arts, culture and the creative economy • Authorizing up to $25M for research and development of robotics technology • Implementing a 110% cap on ticket prices on resale platforms to prevent scalping; a new grant program to boost the cultural and economic vitality of downtown, cultural and nightlife districts; and a study to explore the feasibility of hosting a future international soccer tournament following the success of the FIFA World Cup • Banning cryptocurrency ATMs that are often used by scammers • Criminalizing the creation, possession or sharing of AI-generated child sexual abuse material • Prohibiting the possession, operation, manufacture or sale of robots that are equipped with weapons, including firearms, chemical agents, weaponized lasers and explosives, and banning the use of robots to criminally harass or physically restrain another person • Raising the age of juvenile jurisdiction to include 18 year olds for certain crimes — an initiative that has proven to decrease crime, increase public safety and improve economic outcomes • Allowing cities and towns to provide enhanced tax relief in the form of a rebate to lower- and middle-income taxpayers who already receive the residential tax exemption, by shifting more of the residential tax burden onto vacation homes DEVELOPMENT | SEE PAGE 13
Page 10 Savvy Senior by Jim Miller Doctor Visits Without the Drive: How Medicare Covers Telehealth Dear Savvy Senior, I don’t drive much anymore, so getting to the doctor can be a hassle. They suggested telehealth visits, but I’m not very tech savvy. How does Medicare cover these kinds of appointments? --Trying to Keep Up Dear Trying, You’re certainly not alone. Many older adults are running into the same issue. Getting to appointments is not as easy as it used to be, and the idea of using technology for doctor visits can feel a little intimidating at first. The good news is that telehealth has made it much easier to get care without leaving home, and it’s usually much simpler to use than people expect. Medicare covers many of these services, too, making it easier to stay connected with your health care providers. Here’s a look at how it works and what Medicare pays for. What is telehealth? Telehealth is simply a way to see or talk to your doctor from home using a phone, tablet or computer. Visits can be done by video, where you and your doctor can see and talk to each other, or sometimes by a regular phone call. And don’t worry, you don’t need to be a tech expert. Many doctor’s offices use simple systems and will walk you through it step by step. In some cases, all you have to do is click a link they send you or answer your phone at the scheduled time. It’s also important to understand that telehealth visits are not just quick chats. They are considered full medical appointments. Your doctor can go over symptoms, review medications, discuss test results and recommend treatment, much like an in person visit. Does Medicare cover it? Yes, Medicare does cover many telehealth services. While telehealth has been part of Medicare for years, it was expanded significantly during the COVID 19 pandemic so people could safely get care from home. Those expanded benefits are still in place today. Right now, Medicare allows you to receive telehealth services from home no matter where you live. Covered visits include a wide range of care, such as reviewing lab results, managing prescriptions, routine checkups, preventive screenings and even evaluating minor illnesses like colds, coughs or infections. In many cases, follow up visits and ongoing care for chronic conditions can also be handled this way. Another big plus is flexibility. If you are not comfortable with video or do not have internet access, some telehealth visits can still be done using just a regular phone call. And it is not limited to your primary doctor. Many types of health care providers can offer telehealth services. What’s ahead? Here’s where things get a little uncertain. The expanded telehealth coverage that began during the pandemic is not permanent, at least not yet. Under current law, these broader telehealth benefits are set to continue through Dec. 31, 2027. After that, Medicare will likely scale back coverage to more limited rules unless Congress steps in and extends the changes. Even so, some telehealth services are expected to continue long term. Mental and behavioral health care, diabetes education, nutrition therapy and certain dialysis related visits should still be covered. Audio-only phone visits for mental health care are also expected to remain available. If you are curious about telehealth, start by calling your doctor’s office and asking what options they offer. They can guide you through the process and help you feel comfortable before your first appointment. It may feel unfamiliar at first, but many people find that once they try telehealth, it’s a simple and convenient way to stay on top of their health, especially when getting to appointments is difficult. 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. THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, August 7, 2026 MUSINGS | FROM PAGE 6 George MacKay, the senior-most Patrolman with the Malden Police Department, has finally decided to hang up his ‘virtual cape.’ We’ll take the watch from here, George... although we can’t promise we’ll tell the stories quite as well as you do. Enjoy your well-deserved retirement, but don’t be a stranger. While you will always be part of the MPD family, we will miss your stories, your sense of humor, and your outlook on life. After 41 years in law enforcement, there isn’t much that George hasn’t experienced. The good times, the tough times, and everything in between. Through it all, he remained a steady presence, a trusted teammate, and someone who always knew how to lighten the mood. George’s lovely wife, Lisa, surprised him with his final lunch as a Malden Police officer, where he was surrounded by members of his platoon and colleagues he worked alongside throughout the years. George, thank you for your dedication, your friendship, and your unwavering service to the City of Malden. Enjoy sleeping in, avoiding radio calls, and finally being able to say, ‘That’s someone else’s problem.’ Congratulations on a well-deserved retirement. You earned every minute of it.” —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. PROBATE COURT CLOSING STATEMENT Form MPC 850 is the mechanism for formally closing the estate. The Personal Representative A Closing Statement can be filed by the Personal Representative of an estate with a Massachusetts probate court by using Form MPC 850. This is done to formally close the estate. The Personal Representative is confirming that all debts, taxes and distributions to beneficiaries of the estate have been handled properly. This is pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 193B, Section 3-1003. The Personal Representative is certifying to the court that the estate has been fully administered, including the payment of debts, income taxes, estate taxes and expenses, and that assets have been distributed to the rightful beneficiaries in the proper amounts and manner. must also provide notice and a full accounting to distributees, creditors or other claimants whose claims are unpaid or not barred by statute. The Personal Representative of the estate is certifying under the pains and penalties of perjury that the information is accurate to the best of his or her knowledge and is ensuring to the court that there is no court order or pending proceeding that would prevent the estate from being formally closed. The Personal Representative is also stating that the administration of the estate is not being formally supervised by the Probate Court. Once the Closing Statement is filed with the Probate Court, if there are no proceedings involving the Personal Representative within one year from the date of filing, the Closing Statement generally cannot be challenged, except for fraud or manifest error. A Closing Statement provides legal protection for the Personal Representative and assurance to the estate beneficiaries that the estate has been property settled. The Personal Representative is also stating that the creditor claim period for the estate has expired. Creditors have one year from the date of death to file a complaint with a court of law having proper jurisdiction in order to bring an action against the estate for a claim. MassHealth has to be notified of any probate proceeding via certified mail. If MassHealth has a claim for Medicaid benefits paid to the decedent during life, it will send a letter to the attorney representing the estate setting forth the balance of the unpaid claim. If the decedent was on MassHealth for heath insurance benefits while living at home, and was age 55 or older while receiving those benefits, MassHealth will seek to recover amounts paid against the decedent’s probate estate. This is another good reason to utilize Trusts as part of one’s estate plan. Joseph D. Cataldo is an estate planning/elder law attorney, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a master’s degree in taxation.
THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, August 7, 2026 Page 11 O’Brien’s Florist & Greenhouses celebrates a century! Special Friends of the Malden River Meeting at City Hall Topic: revisions to the building site review on the Malden River J oin the Friends of the Malden River for a special meeting on Monday, August 10, 2026, from 6:00-7:30 in Malden City Hall’s Room 105 (first floor). Share your opinion, comments and ideas for this proposal of revising the zoning ordinance on the Malden River banks in Malden by the Strategic Planning Community and Development Department. The goal is to have a draft plan set by the end of August to propose to the City Council. If you cannot attend the August 10 meeting, any questions or comments can be sent via email to the Friends of the Malden River, which will present them for you. All comments are welcome before August 19. The draft plan will be presented to the public after it is revised with comments received. Malden’s Deputy Director for Business and Economic Development, Zach Lemel, will present a draft proposal to revise the zoning to promote economic development on lower Commercial Street in Malden. The intent of the revised zoning is to incentivize light industrial use development along the Malden River to increase Malden’s tax revenue in addition to providing access and open space along the Malden River. The existing building site review plan that was passed by the Malden City Council in 2021 is available at https://malden.municipalcodeonline.com/ by searching for 12.12.200 Malden River Site Plan Review. The details of the existing building code are as follows: Purpose and Intent: To ensure that the design and layout of new development and redevelopment will protect and conserve the Malden River and expand public access and use. The intent of the Site Plan Review process is to regulate rather than prohibit use of properties that abut the Malden River through reasonable conditions which may be recommended by the Site Plan Review Committee (SPRC). Site Plan Review is an administrative review and shall not be construed as a special permit for review or appeal purposes. As used herein this Ordinance, the Malden River is defined to be the Malden River and Little Creek, as referenced by the USGS Topographic map, where day lighted. Primary The Massachusetts Primary Elections are on September 1, 2026. Malden Safe Streets invitRIVER | SEE PAGE 13 Law Offices of JOSEPH D. CATALDO, P.C. “ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELORS AT LAW” Pictured from left to right: Mayor Gary Christenson, business owner Brenda O’Brien and her sister Marilyn O’Brien and Ward 8 Councillor Jadeane Sica. M ayor Gary Christenson and Ward 8 Councillor Jadeane Sica recently congratulated O’Brien’s Florist and Greenhouses at 266 Lynn St. on 100 years of serving the Malden community. Since 1926, O’Brien’s Florist & Greenhouses, a family-owned business, has been serving customers by specializing in fresh flowers for all occasions. Impressively, O’Brien’s has been run by multiple generations of the same family — offering affordable arrangements and family-friendly service for a century. Congratulations! • ESTATE/MEDICAID PLANNING • WILLS/TRUSTS/ESTATES • INCOME TAX PREPARATION • WEALTH MANAGEMENT • RETIREMENT PLANNING • ELDER LAW 369 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 (617)381-9600 JOSEPH D. CATALDO, CPA, CFP, MST, ESQUIRE. AICPA Personal Financial Specialist Designee REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS BUYER1 Buonfiglio, Paul Chen, Wei Hamelman, Sean Timothy Kirby, Aaron Perez, Josue Rivero, Lazaro Sanchez, Carlos Moises S Xie, Yanmei Zhang, Owen Yuhan BUYER2 Wang, Liping Mcdonald, Erin Marie SELLER1 Emirch, Lauren Carducci, Esther T Dean, Patricia Karagiorgas, Elli Sanchez, Edwin Josue S Su, Ken Carter, Catherine H 33 Blaine St LLC 14 Prentiss St Irt Chin, Amanda Y Cirilos, Remias Emirch, Julie Carducci Jr, Albert P Lynch, David 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. SELLER2 ADDRESS 28 Clark St 229 Pearl St 6 Arlington Ter Fraggetta, Dorothy Miller 3rd, Robert 25-27 Albion St #3 30 Harvard St 33 Blaine St 14 Prentiss St 30 Meridian St 30 Franklin St #327 CITY Malden Malden Malden Malden Malden Malden Malden Malden Malden DATE 07.15.26 07.16.26 07.15.26 07.13.26 07.13.26 07.17.26 07.17.26 07.14.26 07.14.26 PRICE 1565000 1030000 625000 875000 585000 1098000 655000 760000 420000
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Call: 617-435-9047 - NO TEXT The Kid Does Clean Outs From 1 item to 1,000 WE REMOVE EVERYTHING! * Basements * Homes * Backyards * Commercial Buildings The cheapest prices around! Call Eric: (857) 322-2854 617-699-1782 / www.americanexteriorma.com Windows, Siding, Roofing, Carpentry & More! All estimates, consultations or inspections completed by MA licensed supervisors. *Over 50 years experience. *Better Business Bureau Membership. Insured and Registered Complete Financing Available. No Money Down. ney. Barbara was raised in Malden graduating from Malden High School in 1958. As a true Maldonian, she remained there making a home and raising her children. Barabara was a very active member of the Malden Community serving on The Malden Housing Committee as well as the Malden Council of Arts for many years. Barbara was a staple in the Malden banking community and was a knowledgeable and friendly face to her customers for many years. She worked in various banks over her 35 year career starting as a teller with Malden Savings Bank. She had a personal connection with many of her customers supporting and providing guidance in banks such as Malden Savings,The Bank for Savings, Medford Bank and East Boston Savings Bank. She retired from Citizens Bank as an Assistant Vice President in 2005. Barbara and Dick spent many years as members of the Riverside Yacht Club in Medford They enjoyed many weekends on the water on Dick's boat "The Cutabove." They were avid travelers and enjoyed traveling with friends. Their favorite destinations were Aruba, Siesta Key and loved to go on cruises. Barbara truly cherished her family and enjoyed any time spent together with them. She treasured the special times traveling with family and grandchildren over the years to New Hampshire, Maine and Disney World. She loved watching sports on TV, particularly the Boston Red Sox and New England Patriots, yet she was the only Boston sports fan to dislike Tom Brady! To be closer to family, Barbara and Dick moved to Tewksbury in 2020. Barbara was an active member of the Chelmsford Senior Center and attended their Day Program which she thoroughly enjoyed. She made so many friendships and connections there and looked forward to attending every day. Barbara will be truly missed by all who knew her. Visiting hours will be held on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 from 4 to 7 PM at the Gately Funeral Home 79 W. Foster Street Melrose. A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 11 AM at the Gately Funeral Home. Internment will be at Forest Dale Cemetery 150 Forest, Street Malden. Family & Friends respectfully invited to attend. 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