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Have a Safe & Happy Labor Day Weekend! Vol. 35, No. 35 -FREEwww.advocatenews.net Malden/Melrose Rep. Lipper-Garabedian wins 5th Middlesex State Senate primary election Malden Councillor-at-Large McDonald is top Senate race vote-getter in this city Published Every Friday 617-387-2200 Friday, September 4, 2026 ‘LAST ROUNDUP’ VICTORY: Malden native Markey wins Democratic primary for U.S. Senator Fends off challenge from U.S. Rep. Moulton in landslide victory; Senator has declared this will be his last term if victorious in November Leila Bhatti Migliorelli By Steve Freker M alden/Melrose state Rep. Kate Lipper-Garabedian came out on top in the threeway Democratic primary race for 5th Middlesex District state Senate on Tuesday and now advances to the November 3 General Election. With no Republican challenger, the third-term Rep. Kate Rep. Paul Donato Lipper-Garabedian state representative sails unopposed into the final election and is poised to replace outgoing, longtime state Sen. Jason Lewis in January. Sen. Lewis did not seek reelection to a seventh term. Rep. Lipper-Garabedian topped the ticket and won the primary by a more than twoto-one margin over the second-place finisher, Malden Councillor-at-Large Carey McDonald, who was making their first try at a state office. Another Malden City Councillor, Ryan O’Malley (Ward 4), finished third. Councillor McDonald did “win” the city of Malden vote, outdistancing both the overall winner ELECTION | SEE PAGE 11 M ayor Gary Christenson announced that last week the City of Malden received a grant of $500,000 from the Adelaide Breed Bayrd Foundation to build a boathouse at the Malden River Works Park, which is set to open this October at 356 Commercial St. The boathouse will be named The Bayrd Boathouse in honor of the foundation. “This funding is critical to the completion of the Malden River Works project, which will finally provide Malden residents with direct access to the Malden River,” said Mayor Christenson while at the site of the project with representatives from the Malden River Works Steering Committee, the City’s Office of Strategic Planning and Development, the City Council and the Bayrd Foundation. “We are so grateful to the Bayrd Foundation for helping us realize our full park vision.” Henry “Hank” Kezer shared the following words on behalf of the Trustees of the Adelaide Breed Bayrd Foundation: “It is a privilege to support the resurrection of Malden’s riverfront, and the creation of the Bayrd Boathouse. This will support the activities of all of Malden’s citizens, and provide a new athletic venue for its students.” The Malden River Works Park is the result of five years of visioning and collaboration between BOATHOUSE | SEE PAGE 7 U.S. Senator Ed Markey By Steve Freker C all it the “Last Roundup” election victory for U.S. Senator Ed Markey, the lifelong Malden resident who has served the public in elected office for an even 50 years running. It was an especially loud U.S. Rep. Katherine Clark win, at that, for the longtime resident of Malden’s Edgeworth neighborhood, who turned back a spirited challenge by prominent U.S. Congressman Seth Moulton by what has to be called a landslide win in the VICTORY | SEE PAGE 3 Bayrd Foundation awards $500k for new boathouse at Malden River Works Park Special to The Advocate Carey McDonald Pictured from left to right: Malden River Works (MRW) Project Team members Marissa Zampino, Marie Law Adams and Kathy Mead Vandiver, MRW Steering Committee members Souad Akib and Rebekah McPheeters and Mayor Gary Christenson (ex-officio), Adelaide Breed Bayrd Foundation President C. Henry “Hank” Kezer and Vice President Laura Hodgin, MRW Steering Committee members Ramon Norales and Councillor-at-Large Karen Colón Hayes, Ward 4 Councillor Ryan O’Malley and Malden River Works Steering Committee Chair Marcia Manong. (Courtesy photo)

Page 2 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, September 4, 2026 Piantedosi Baking Co. celebrates 110 years! Special to The Advocate J oe Piantedosi recently welcomed Mayor Gary Christenson, former Mayor Richard Howard, family, friends and employees to a cookout celebration in honor of Piantedosi Bakery’s 110th anniversary! Being celebrated was that 110 years ago, Salvatore Piantedosi, an immigrant from Avellino, Italy, founded Piantedosi Baking Co., Inc. Salvatore, the “Midnight Baker,” delivered breads and pasta anytime day or night. He and his wife Mary worked tirelessly to build an enduring family business for future generations. Although the original bakery was built on Main Street in Everett next door to the family’s home, they ultimately moved into a bigger, newly built facility on Commercial Street in Malden. In 1995 they opened a “specialty division” that specializes in partially baked products and became the home of the Research ~ ESTATE SALE ~ EVERYTHING MUST GO! Saturday, September 5 * 10 AM - 5 PM 62 Ballard Street, Saugus Lots of Power Tools, Bedroom Set, Lawnmower, Snowblower & More! Piantedosi family members and Mayor Gary Chistenson, pictured from left to right: Arthur, Tom, Adam, the mayor, Joe and Jared. (Courtesy photo) and Development Department. Many of their employees have worked for the Piantedosi family for 20 years and more. The company continues to pave the way for the future while ensuring traditional product quality. Mayor Christenson gave the Piantedosi family a Citation in honor of the milestone and comLike us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma mended them for calling Malden home and for being a wonderful community partner. Advocate Call now! 617-387-2200 advertise on the web at www.advocatenews.net CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, September 4, 2026 Page 3 VICTORY | FROM PAGE 1 Democratic primary for U.S. Senate on Tuesday. Markey defeated Moulton in the statewide vote, 64.8% -35.2%, accumulating 574,342 votes to 309,870 for Moulton. In Malden, Markey rolled in an 82%18% win, 5,527 to 1,253 votes. Once again, as he did in 2020, Senator Markey fended off a push for generational change as he seeks a third term. This is the second Senate primary in a row in which Markey defeated a younger Democrat. In 2020, Rep. Joe Kennedy III ran against Markey, but lost. Markey, who turned 80 while on the campaign trail this year in July, defeated U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton, 47, who had argued from the outset that it was time for new ideas and a fresh — and younger — voice in Washington. Markey, however, said Moulton’s more moderate positions were “out of touch” with the state’s voters. No other issue defined the race more than transgender rights, and Markey repeatedly challenged Moulton for previously saying he “would not want his daughters to play against transgender athletes.” Senator Markey, who has several times declared this would be his last term in elected office, reveled in the primary win in a speech after the win Tuesday night in Boston. “Massachusetts needs a senator who stands up and fights back, a senator who never forgets who they are fighting for,” Markey said in a victory speech. “That has been the mission of my life, and it always will be.” Moulton conceded early Tuesday night, saying, “I spoke to Senator Markey tonight and pledged that I will do everything I can to help him win re-election in November, to ensure a Democrat represents the state we both love.” In the November 3 General Election, Markey will face Republican John Deaton, who lost to Sen. Elizabeth Warren in 2024 and was unopposed in the Republican primary Tuesday. There will be several other smaller party candidates on the ballot as well. Markey has been a fixture in Massachusetts politics since the 1970s, first as a Malden state Representative, then many years as a Congressman. Moulton questioned Markey’s accomplishments during his lengthy time in office. On Tuesday night, Markey said, “This victory is a testament to the power of the progressive movement of our nation.” He applauded his appeal to younger voters, many of whom worked tirelessly for his campaign, “fueled by young people demanding more from their leaders, and it’s your voices that are the ones we need to hear right now. Your leadership will show us the way.” Markey cosponsored the Green New Deal and backs Medicare for all, and he was endorsed by leading progressives, including U.S. Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders, and U.S. Reps. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Ayanna Pressley. Moulton, who launched his Senate campaign in October 2025, repeatedly has called Markey, who will be 86 at the end of this term, “too old.” U.S. Rep. Katherine Clark rolled to an easy win in the Democratic primary for U.S. Representative for the 5th District in Congress. Clark faced off against challengers Tarik Samman, a Harvard Law School researcher, and Jonathan Paz, a former Waltham city councilor, for the 5th Congressional District. Clark secured 73.8% of the vote. Paz was second with 19.7% and Samman third at 6.6%. Rep. Clark received 84,665 votes followed by Paz (22,553) and Samman (7,515). In Malden, Rep. Clark — a former Melrose resident and state Senator representing Malden, preceding outgoing Sen. Lewis — won by a large margin with 4,493 votes (67%), to 1,647 votes for Paz and 588 votes for Samman. 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, September 4, 2026 Malden legislators and Legislature enact bill to enhance child welfare protections O n July 31, 2026, State Senator Jason Lewis and State Representatives Paul Donato, Steven Ultrino and Kate Lipper-Garabedian joined their colleagues in the Massachusetts Legislature to enact comprehensive legislation to strengthen oversight, transparency and accountability within the Commonwealth’s child welfare system. An Act enhancing child welfare protections strengthens and builds on the work of existing entities, including the Office of the Child Advocate (OCA), the Department of Children and Families (DCF), the Family Resource Center (FRC) network and the Commonwealth’s public schools in order to take a comprehensive approach toward making sure all children receive the support they deserve. On August 6, GovJason Lewis State Senator Kate Lipper-Garabedian State Representative ernor Maura Healey signed the legislation into law as Chapter 179 of the Acts of 2026. “Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children in Massachusetts, especially those in state and foster care, is of paramount 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 Aluminum Aluminum Everett Everett Supplies Celebrating 66 Years in Business! •Vinyl Siding •Carpentry Work •Decks •Vinyl Siding Decks • •Carpentry Work •Fully Licensed •Free Estimates • • Replacement Windows • Carpentry Work • Roong • Fully Insured• Fully Insured Fully Insured Replacement Windows www.everettaluminum.com • Replacement Windows •Roong Free Estimates Fully Licensed • Roong 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 Now’s the time to schedule those home improvement projects you’ve been dreaming about all winter! Everett Aluminum Supplies importance to me and to the legislature,” said Senator Lewis. “This law strengthens our policies and protections to make sure that the health, safety, and wellbeing of our children always comes first.” “As a former foster child, I am incredibly proud of the passage of this bill, particularly the establishment of the Foster Child Bill of Rights. This legislation guarantees all foster children will live in a safe, nurturing home while also providing opportunity to receive additional and personal assistance if needed,” said Representative Donato. “Being in Foster Care should not be a hurdle to receiving health care or a good education.” “Every child deserves to grow up safe, supported, and given every opportunity to succeed,” Steve Ultrino State Representative said Representative Ultrino. “By strengthening oversight and accountability, this legislation helps ensure that children in state and foster care receive the support and protections they deserve.” “This legislation strengthens the state systems that serve our most vulnerable children,” said Representative Lipper-Garabedian. “The law will advance greater attention on and care for the individuals in the child welfare system with enhanced reporting, cross-agency collaboration, and attention on outcomes. As a former teacher, I recognize the vital nature of improved coordination between school districts with clear enrollment timelines and record transfer standards to support students in DCF custody who change schools. These meaPaul Donato State Representative sures provide essential support for students to experience stability and succeed academically.” Highlights of the child welfare protection legislation: ● Establishing a Foster Child Bill of Rights to clarify and protect the basic rights and services foster children need to live healthy, safe and fulfilled lives ● Allowing children the same ability as adults to petition the court to extend any abuse or harassment protection orders made on behalf of the child ● Creating a DCF Education Unit tasked with academic monitoring, support and coordination with school districts; also requires clear enrollment timelines and record transfer standards BILL | SEE PAGE 5 Aluminum Summer is Here!

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Page 6 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, September 4, 2026 ~ Malden Musings ~ 2026 Post San Rock Edition By Peter Levine L adies and germs, I present to you my annual post Saint Rocco Musings. Not to disappoint; full of “rambling,” run-on sentences dotted with overly maudlin sentiments sprinkled with a dash of hyperbole thrown in just for kicks. Those who tire easily of San Rock ramblings can take a break from this week’s regularly scheduled program and head straight to the obituaries or the foreclosures (believe it or not, some folks take great joy in reading foreclosure notices!). Let’s have at it, Maldonia — my San Rock 2026 extravaganza where I will once again “ramble on” (nod to Led Zep on that one) and bleed Saint Rocco for all to bear witness. Have a Safe & Happy Happy Labor Day Weekend! Labor Day Weekend! Mid-grade Regular 3.99 4.57 5.59 $4.71 Full Service ULS $4.989 Order online at angelosoil.com Kerosene Now Available! 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Year after year. Generation after generation. The faces may change, the kids grow up, old-timers become memories, new family members take their places — but somehow, the Feast remains. You can almost set your inner clock by it. For those of us fortunate enough to have grown up here, the feeling of Saint Rocco represents something difficult to put into words. It’s that organic connection to the heart and mind of a neighborhood: a shared memory that binds generations together. It’s childhood, family, friendship, summer nights, music, girls (!), Italian food, fun and a thousand little memories that somehow all come rushing back the moment you step onto Pearl Street. And — maybe, just maybe — that’s the real magic of Saint Rocco. It isn’t simply a Feast. It’s a tradition. It’s a reunion. It’s a piece of our home. And now, another chapter is in the books. Until next August, when the inner clock starts ticking again. Viva Saint Rocco! It is said in Malden Musings... ● Kevin Morrison, how do I/we love thee, let me (and Joyce Mover and the Saint Rocco Committee) count the ways... Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the more than generous donation you made to the Feast. Your kindness is as huge as your personality and that big handsome face of yours! Seriously Kevin, your generosity will not soon be forgotten. Love ya, dude! ● It is NOT a “Festival.” It is a “Feast.” BIG difference. It is the MUSINGS| SEE PAGE 18 With the blink of an eye, another chapter in the long and venerated history of the Saint Rocco Feast has come and gone. Did you hear it was a spectacular weekend?! Of course you did. Hard for me to believe, but this was my 59th year walking the black top of Pearl Street. Fifty-nine freakin’ years (yikes!)! It seems like yesterday on that long-ago Monday night in 1967, big brother Joe took me to the Saint Rocco fireworks at Devir Park on Bruce Field. I was hooked. 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THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, September 4, 2026 Page 7 FREE TREES for Malden Residents! o you want to be a part of making your city greener, cleaner and healthier? The Mystic River Watershed Association (MyRWA) is raising awareness about multiple programs offering free trees to plant on your property this fall. One of the programs is the Greening the Gateway Cities MA Urban Canopy Project, which is for residents of Chelsea, Everett, Malden and Revere. You can learn more about these opportunities and sign up to receive a free tree at www. mysticriver.org/trees. The benefits of trees are not just aesthetic. Trees lower temperatures and provide shade, which helps communities weather increasingly hot summers. The most urban communities in greater Boston — with BOATHOUSE | FROM PAGE 1 the City, a steering committee, including Malden resident leaders of color, and a project team that includes urban designers and watershed and climate resilience planners. “The Malden River Works Steering Committee is grateful to the Bayrd Foundation for increasing our hope today by donating $500,000 toward our Phase 2 construction of a boathouse and salt shed,” said Malden River Works Steering Committee Chair Marcia Manong. “This grant is helping us get closer to the finish line.” The Malden River Works team is currently preparing for the grand opening of the “Phase 1” Malden River Works Park, which will be held on October 4 from 1-4 p.m. The park is located directly on the Malden River behind Malden’s Department of Public Works (DPW) building. “Phase 1” refers to the park’s horizontal construction, which is wrapping up now. This construction included excavation, soil remediation, the installation of underground drainage and stormwater treatment infrastructure, landscaping, a dock, play features and more. The second phase of construction, likely to begin in early 2027, pending funding, will include building The Bayrd Boathouse D the least tree cover — are often the hottest. These communities also tend to have the highest percentages of low-income residents and/or people of color. When MyRWA asked residents what changes they wanted to see to address this problem, trees were one of the top solutions. Trees bring other benefits beyond shade and cooling. They can improve air quality by absorbing pollutants, and tree roots soak up water, reducing the volume of polluted runoff into rivers and streams. Trees create habitat for beneficial birds, insects and other wildlife. More greenery in a community can also reduce stress and improve mental health. Finally, trees can save you money! Tree cover rein the park and a salt shed in the DPW yard. While the boathouse will be primarily for Malden High School’s crew team, it will have public restrooms that will be available to all parkgoers. The City is also looking into public boating programs that will allow people to rent boats for use on the Malden River. Malden River Works visioning began in 2019 when the project received the inaugural Leventhal City Prize from MIT’s Norman B. Leventhal Center for Advanced Urbanism. This prize focuses on encouraging innovative urban design and planning strategies for equitable resilience. The award initiated a multiyear planning and fundraising campaign to create and finance the park, incorporating input from Malden residents. To date, the project has been entirely grant-funded, having received funding from 18 different federal, state, local and private grant programs. The park is designed for climate resilience, and more specifically, designed to solve the years-long flooding issue in the DPW yard. Climate resilience measures include a bioretention garden in front of the DPW building, over 250 new trees across 20+ native species, and over 80 species of other native plants. Park elevations were raised above the sea level rise projecduces energy usage, bringing down cooling and heating costs, and more greenery can increase property values. MyRWA is committed to building solutions so that all people across the watershed, no matter who you are or where you live, have safe and easy access to nature and a healthy environment. MyRWA is working with cities and towns to plant trees on public property, including parks, paths and parking lots. So far, the organization has helped plant over 1,000 shade trees, but resident tree planting is key to expanding the canopy even farther. Request a free tree today! The 76-square-mile Mystic River watershed stretches from Reading through the northern shoreline of Boston Harbor to tions for 2070, and the newly installed stormwater retention system can collect up to 14,055 cubic feet of water. The park is also designed to be a welcoming and accessible space to recreate. It includes a plaza and a flexible lawn area, as well as picnic tables, play areas, waterfront paths and a floating dock. For more information about Malden River Works, visit maldenriverworks.org. Details for the grand opening event can be found on the City’s event calendar at cityofmalden.org. Revere. “Mystic” is an anglicized version of the Pequot word missi-tuk (“large river with wind-and tide-driven waves”). The Mystic is now one of New England’s most densely populated, urbanized watersheds. MyRWA builds shared solutions so that all residents across the Mystic River watershed — no matter who you are — have safe and easy access to nature and a healthy environment. 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Page 8 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, September 4, 2026 A Patriotic Trailblazer: E. Florence Barker J oin us at the Malden Public Library on Tuesday, September 15, at 7:00 p.m. for “A Patriotic Trailblazer: E. Florence Barker,” a talk with author and historian Dee Morris. The Boston Globe could not resist praising Elzina F. Barker (1840-1897) as the most widely known “soldiers’ friend” in the country. Her devotion to Civil War veterans was legendary. Over the years, she encouraged women to provide real assistance to soldiers and their families. Her dynamic leadership then led to the founding of a national movement called the Woman’s Relief Corps (WRC) in 1883. Here, in our city, she went on to become a trustee of the Malism. The Malden Evening News in 1897 stated “she was a tower of strength to any cause she advanced.” Also, the writer made sure to mention that Mrs. Barker cherished her home life. Join us for a warm exploration of Malden and Chestnut Street’s heroic E. Florence Barker. This program is sponsored by the Robinson Lecture Fund. Dee Morris is a scholar and edE. Florence Barker den Hospital as well as a supporter of the Soldiers’ Home in Chelsea, Massachusetts. The love of her life, Col. Thomas E. Barker, a Civil War veteran, enthusiastically praised her eloquent activucational consultant specializing in the 19-century history of Greater Boston. She is the author of “Somerville, Massachusetts: A Brief History” (coauthor), “Medford: A Brief History” and “Boston in the Golden Age of Spiritualism: Séances, Mediums & Immortality.” Her goal is help us all connect to our civic ancestors. Annual Fairy House Festival at Pine Banks Park M alden’s annual Fairy House Festival will be held at Pine Banks Park on Saturday, September 19, from noon to 4 p.m. Fairy Houses are structures for fairies and nature’s other friends —hobbits, elves, gnomes and trolls —to visit. All are invited to either prebuild a house or make one in the Builder’s Workshop on the day of the event. Prebuilt houses will be entered into the Fairy House Walk contest. Residents are invited to participate, get creative at the arts & crafts table, bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the day at Pine Banks Park, a beautiful natural habitat located in Malden. This whimsical event is being organized by former City Councillor Barbara Murphy in conjunction with the Adelaide Breed Bayrd Foundation, Pine Banks Park and the Malden Public Library. For more information, please contact Barbara Murphy at murphyforward5@ yahoo.com. Woman’s Relief Corps CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING CAdvocate A Woman’s Relief Corps poster (Courtesy photos) all now! 617-387-2200 advertise on the web atwww.advocatenews.net

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, September 4, 2026 Page 9 Upcoming Welcoming Week event J oin the Malden Public Library for their fourth Annual Coffee, Cookies & Conversation event on Sat., Sept. 19, 2026, from 10-11 a.m. Meet your neighbors in a casual setting for a cup of coffee, some cookies and relaxed conversation. There will be juice for the kids. Everyone is welcome! (Sponsored by the Friends of the Malden Public Library.) Welcoming Week is a global campaign that connects neighbors of all backgrounds in their communities. At the Malden Public Library we celebrate the values that unite us as neighbors. J& Friends of the MPL Upcoming Events he Friends of the Malden Public Library (MPL) have an exciting fall coming up with lots of opportunities to get involved with the Friends. You don’t want to miss out! Find us at these upcoming events and reach out if you want to learn more: ● Saturday, 9/19: Hispanic FesT tival pop-up, 12-4 p.m. at Malden City Hall. ● Saturday, 9/19: Fairy House Festival book giveaway, 12-4 p.m. at Pine Banks Park. ● Saturday, 9/19: Friends Gallery Open Hours, 2-4 p.m. at MPL. ● Saturday, 10/3: Book room sorting, 10 a.m. at MPL. ● Tuesday, 10/8: Friends monthly meeting, 7-8 p.m. at MPL. ● Saturday, 10/10: Book room sorting, 10 a.m. at MPL. ● Friday, 10/16: Members only book sale, 6-8 p.m. at MPL. ● Saturday, 10/17: General book sale, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at MPL. • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 orInfo@advocatenews.net S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. Masonry - Asphalt • Brick or Block Steps • Brick or Block Walls • Concrete or Brick Paver Patios & Walkways • Brick Re-Pointing • Asphalt Paving www.JandSlandscape-masonry.com • Senior Discount • Free Estimates • Licensed & Insured 617-389-1490 Designing and Constructing Ideas that are “Grounds for Success” Landscaping

Page 10 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, September 4, 2026 State Primary September 1, 2026 Preliminary Results 1-1 Registered voters Voters Turnout SENATOR IN CONGRESS (DEM) EDWARD J. MARKEY SETH MOULTON Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots GOVERNOR (DEM) MAURA HEALEY Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR (DEM) KIMBERLEY DRISCOLL Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots ATTORNEY GENERAL (DEM) ANDREA JOY CAMPBELL Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots SECRETARY OF STATE (DEM) WILLIAM FRANCIS GALVIN Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots TREASURER (DEM) DEBORAH B. GOLDBERG Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots AUDITOR (DEM) DIANA DiZOGLIO Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots 1313 203 1-2 1445 293 15.40% 20.20% 1-3 1605 338 2-1 1382 286 21% 20.60% 2-2 1504 270 18% 2-3 1655 347 3-1 888 246 3-2 1659 320 3-3 1798 525 3-1A 924 345 4-1 1605 288 4-2 1105 189 4-3 1553 309 5-1 1679 328 5-2 1882 606 5-3 844 167 5-3A 868 248 21% 27.70% 19.20% 29.20% 37.30% 17.90% 17.10% 19.80% 19.50% 32.20% 19.70% 28.50% 6-1 1993 498 6-2 1709 298 6-3 1639 320 25% 17.40% 19.50% 7-1 1435 243 7-2 1590 233 7-3 879 155 7-3A 632 134 8-1 1797 348 17% 14.60% 17.60% 21.20% 19.30% 8-2 1830 221 8-3 1412 192 TOTAL 38625 7950 12% 13.60% 20.50% 163 22 1 2 188 209 48 0 3 260 243 56 0 4 303 226 34 0 3 263 187 35 2 3 227 249 43 2 7 301 180 37 1 4 222 229 48 1 5 283 363 99 0 6 468 220 80 0 6 306 208 46 0 5 259 144 24 0 0 168 232 46 0 4 282 231 56 0 5 292 400 108 4 8 520 125 22 0 0 147 176 42 0 0 218 349 65 1 8 423 200 41 0 3 244 205 46 0 3 254 184 34 2 3 223 169 34 0 1 204 105 17 1 2 125 97 20 0 1 118 216 75 0 2 293 138 43 1 1 183 129 32 2 1 164 5577 1253 18 90 6938 153 7 28 188 222 3 35 260 258 6 39 303 235 7 21 263 188 7 32 227 242 8 51 301 182 5 35 222 234 4 45 283 390 7 71 468 233 4 69 306 224 7 28 259 150 2 16 168 237 7 38 282 253 9 30 292 439 10 71 520 127 2 18 147 185 5 28 218 355 12 56 423 206 0 38 244 216 2 36 254 193 3 27 223 176 6 22 204 106 3 16 125 98 0 20 118 240 9 44 293 151 10 22 183 142 3 19 164 5835 148 955 6938 155 3 30 188 208 3 49 260 244 6 53 303 213 4 46 263 183 5 39 227 233 4 64 301 165 4 53 222 223 2 58 283 382 4 82 468 222 1 83 306 202 6 51 259 133 2 33 168 222 2 58 282 242 5 45 292 414 5 101 520 127 0 20 147 176 2 40 218 344 5 74 423 198 0 46 244 208 3 43 254 183 4 36 223 173 2 29 204 100 3 22 125 93 0 25 118 236 6 51 293 153 2 28 183 137 3 24 164 5569 86 1283 6938 158 3 27 188 202 1 57 260 243 5 55 303 223 3 37 263 180 6 41 227 233 3 65 301 169 3 50 222 223 1 59 283 384 3 81 468 216 1 89 306 216 5 38 259 147 2 19 168 218 1 63 282 246 4 42 292 409 5 106 520 129 0 18 147 170 3 45 218 345 4 74 423 200 0 44 244 212 1 41 254 188 1 34 223 163 3 38 204 104 2 19 125 91 0 27 118 234 4 55 293 153 2 28 183 137 1 26 164 5593 67 1278 6938 159 1 28 188 218 1 41 260 250 5 48 303 214 2 47 263 192 4 31 227 246 0 55 301 165 1 56 222 226 2 55 283 390 2 76 468 228 2 76 306 211 4 44 259 126 2 40 168 224 4 54 282 250 1 41 292 414 3 103 520 129 0 18 147 177 2 39 218 343 0 80 423 203 1 40 244 227 0 27 254 180 1 42 223 175 2 27 204 103 2 20 125 96 0 22 118 243 4 46 293 161 1 21 183 138 1 25 164 5688 48 1202 6938 153 2 33 188 204 2 54 260 232 5 66 303 217 3 43 263 182 4 41 227 227 2 72 301 166 0 56 222 216 2 65 283 360 2 106 468 209 1 96 306 216 2 41 259 138 1 29 168 215 4 63 282 239 2 51 292 402 2 116 520 125 0 22 147 165 2 51 218 325 1 97 423 199 0 45 244 212 0 42 254 175 1 47 223 168 2 34 204 94 2 29 125 88 0 30 118 232 3 58 293 153 1 29 183 130 2 32 164 5442 48 1448 6938 155 1 32 188 REPRESENTATIVE IN CONGRESS FIFTH DISTRICT (DEM) KATHERINE M. CLARK JONATHAN PAZ TARIK SAMMAN Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots 109 52 21 0 6 188 200 2 58 260 231 4 68 303 210 3 50 263 181 4 42 227 228 2 71 301 163 2 57 222 210 4 69 283 371 1 96 468 217 1 88 306 206 2 51 259 118 3 47 168 216 6 60 282 247 1 44 292 388 2 130 520 120 1 26 147 173 1 44 218 317 0 106 423 192 1 51 244 221 2 31 254 162 1 60 223 167 2 35 204 90 4 31 125 85 0 33 118 235 1 57 293 142 3 38 183 126 2 36 164 5371 56 1511 6938 162 59 27 0 12 260 189 64 27 1 22 303 171 51 23 1 17 263 145 50 16 2 14 227 184 68 24 2 23 301 126 53 23 0 20 222 147 81 33 0 22 283 314 103 36 1 14 468 208 59 20 1 18 306 160 58 22 0 19 259 84 40 23 0 21 168 140 77 46 0 19 282 195 61 24 1 11 292 State Primary September 1, 2026 Preliminary Results 374 78 42 1 25 520 81 48 11 0 7 147 150 45 16 1 6 218 299 76 20 0 28 423 174 43 16 0 11 244 179 47 16 2 10 254 141 43 23 1 15 223 141 43 15 0 5 204 91 14 7 1 12 125 77 27 7 0 7 118 206 48 22 0 17 293 135 25 18 0 5 183 111 34 10 1 8 164 4493 1447 588 16 394 6938 COUNCILLOR SIXTH DISTRICT (DEM) TERRENCE W. KENNEDY DIANN MARY BAYLIS Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots 92 69 2 25 188 134 91 0 35 260 SENATOR IN GENERAL COURT FIFTH MIDDLESEX DISTRICT (DEM) KATE LIPPER-GARABEDIAN CAREY McDONALD RYAN J. O'MALLEY Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots 64 84 34 0 6 188 80 113 48 0 19 260 167 87 0 49 303 138 85 1 39 263 125 58 1 43 227 165 84 2 50 301 79 89 0 54 222 123 107 2 51 283 191 194 1 82 468 127 106 4 69 306 136 76 1 46 259 68 65 1 34 168 111 117 0 54 282 157 91 0 44 292 244 186 2 88 520 72 55 0 20 147 108 76 0 34 218 225 112 0 86 423 145 65 0 34 244 155 74 0 25 254 121 61 1 40 223 125 56 0 23 204 70 31 0 24 125 59 33 0 26 118 180 64 1 48 293 112 49 0 22 183 90 43 1 30 164 3519 2224 20 1175 6938 103 125 58 0 17 303 99 106 45 1 12 263 REPRESENTATIVE IN GENERAL COURT THIRTY-SECOND MIDDLESEX DISTRICT (DEM) JOHN HIGGINS LEILA BHATTI MIGLIORELLI Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots REPRESENTATIVE IN GENERAL COURT THIRTY-THIRD MIDDLESEX DISTRICT (DEM) STEVEN ULTRINO Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots 79 90 38 1 19 227 120 96 60 3 22 301 48 113 45 0 16 222 86 131 41 0 25 283 136 216 97 0 19 468 79 156 53 0 18 306 84 80 91 0 4 259 49 77 35 0 7 168 56 128 78 0 20 282 77 130 66 1 18 292 172 242 74 0 32 520 35 82 19 2 9 147 72 88 48 0 10 218 114 193 87 0 29 423 95 81 44 0 24 244 88 103 50 0 13 254 85 78 39 0 21 223 73 73 45 0 13 204 53 37 20 0 15 125 44 35 26 0 13 118 95 105 69 0 24 293 75 60 35 0 13 183 66 52 35 1 10 164 2227 2874 1380 9 448 6938 287 155 1 108 89 0 77 520 21 218 395 244 1 98 738 217 3 43 263 REPRESENTATIVE IN GENERAL COURT THIRTY-FIFTH MIDDLESEX DISTRICT (DEM) PAUL J. DONATO Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots 153 1 34 188 DISTRICT ATTORNEY NORTHERN DISTRICT (DEM) MARIAN T. RYAN DAVID MARC SOLET Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots 202 4 54 260 236 4 63 303 196 2 29 227 237 1 63 301 160 1 61 222 214 3 210 3 66 283 46 259 130 2 36 168 210 5 67 282 243 3 46 292 126 0 21 147 341 0 82 423 194 1 49 244 222 0 32 254 174 1 29 204 98 1 26 125 234 1 58 293 149 2 32 183 135 1 28 164 3490 30 814 4334 335 10 123 468 207 10 89 171 7 45 306 223 91 0 27 118 1395 36 435 1866 125 45 0 18 188 REGISTER OF PROBATE MIDDLESEX COUNTY (DEM) TARA E. DeCRISTOFARO Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots SENATOR IN CONGRESS (REP) JOHN DEATON Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots GOVERNOR (REP) 153 0 35 188 181 52 0 27 260 219 51 3 30 303 169 61 2 31 263 142 49 4 32 227 202 57 0 42 301 124 56 2 40 222 172 56 3 52 283 305 94 1 68 468 172 72 0 62 306 148 69 0 42 259 96 45 0 27 168 183 46 1 52 282 194 55 1 42 292 333 108 0 79 520 105 28 0 14 147 142 51 1 24 218 275 64 0 84 423 149 51 2 42 244 180 51 1 22 254 130 49 1 43 223 146 32 0 26 204 80 21 1 23 125 84 16 0 18 118 183 71 1 38 293 125 32 3 23 183 109 32 0 23 164 4473 1414 27 1024 6938 193 1 66 260 229 4 70 303 201 2 60 263 183 3 41 227 219 3 79 301 152 1 69 222 205 3 75 283 345 2 121 468 205 1 100 306 204 3 52 259 123 2 43 168 206 4 72 282 236 1 55 292 383 2 135 520 119 0 28 147 163 1 54 218 308 0 115 423 181 1 62 244 214 0 40 254 162 2 59 223 167 1 36 204 92 2 31 125 85 0 33 118 222 2 69 293 143 0 40 183 126 2 36 164 5219 43 1676 6938 14 0 1 15 27 1 5 33 29 0 6 35 22 0 1 23 32 1 10 43 39 0 7 46 21 1 2 24 33 0 4 37 42 2 13 57 30 1 8 39 23 0 6 29 17 1 3 21 22 0 5 27 30 0 6 36 75 2 9 86 17 2 1 20 23 0 7 30 61 1 13 75 46 0 8 54 53 1 12 66 15 1 4 20 27 0 2 29 26 0 4 30 12 0 4 16 45 0 10 55 32 0 6 38 25 0 3 28 838 14 160 1012

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, September 4, 2026 Page 11 State Primary September 1, 2026 Preliminary Results MICHAEL ROGER MINOGUE BRIAN SHORTSLEEVE Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR (REP) SHAWN OLIVER Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots ATTORNEY GENERAL (REP) MICHAEL C. WALSH Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots SECRETARY OF STATE (REP) Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots TREASURER (REP) ELIZABETH DIONNE Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots AUDITOR (REP) Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots 10 5 0 0 15 24 9 0 0 33 27 7 0 1 35 18 4 0 1 23 35 8 0 0 43 33 13 0 0 46 20 2 1 1 24 32 5 0 0 37 37 20 0 0 57 31 8 0 0 39 24 3 0 2 29 14 6 0 1 21 16 8 1 2 27 26 10 0 0 36 62 23 0 1 86 15 5 0 0 20 19 10 0 1 30 53 21 1 0 75 34 15 0 5 54 58 8 0 0 66 15 5 0 0 20 24 5 0 0 29 24 5 0 1 30 10 6 0 0 16 48 7 0 0 55 28 10 0 0 38 16 11 0 1 28 753 239 3 17 1012 14 0 1 15 26 1 6 33 23 4 8 35 19 1 3 23 23 6 14 43 29 0 17 46 17 2 5 24 30 0 7 37 42 1 14 57 21 6 12 39 22 1 6 29 18 0 3 21 19 2 6 27 26 1 9 36 67 2 17 86 17 1 2 20 23 1 6 30 53 4 18 75 39 5 10 54 47 3 16 66 10 1 9 20 23 3 3 29 19 0 11 30 11 0 5 16 42 2 11 55 30 5 3 38 26 0 2 28 736 52 224 1012 14 0 1 15 29 0 4 33 27 1 7 35 21 0 2 23 27 1 15 43 30 0 16 46 21 1 2 24 34 0 3 37 43 1 13 57 26 1 12 39 22 0 7 29 19 0 2 21 24 0 3 27 30 0 6 36 68 1 17 86 18 1 1 20 26 0 4 30 56 1 18 75 42 0 12 54 49 2 15 66 15 0 5 20 25 0 4 29 22 0 8 30 12 0 4 16 47 0 8 55 33 1 4 38 27 0 1 28 807 11 194 1012 4 11 15 5 28 33 8 27 35 8 15 23 8 35 43 6 40 46 7 17 24 7 30 37 9 48 57 5 34 39 3 26 29 5 16 21 4 23 27 4 32 36 10 76 86 7 13 20 3 27 30 9 66 75 14 40 54 9 57 66 3 17 20 7 22 29 3 27 30 1 15 16 7 48 55 9 29 38 5 23 28 170 842 1012 12 0 3 15 24 2 7 33 29 0 6 35 20 0 3 23 23 1 19 43 26 0 20 46 20 0 4 24 31 1 5 37 41 1 15 57 25 0 14 39 19 0 10 29 18 2 1 21 22 0 5 27 23 0 13 36 64 0 22 86 14 1 5 20 22 0 8 30 52 0 23 75 40 0 14 54 41 4 21 66 11 0 9 20 24 0 5 29 20 0 10 30 12 0 4 16 44 0 11 55 27 0 11 38 25 0 3 28 729 12 271 1012 2 13 15 REPRESENTATIVE IN CONGRESS FIFTH DISTRICT (REP) Total number of write-ins 2 Times Blank Voted Total Ballots COUNCILLOR SIXTH DISTRICT (REP) Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots 13 15 5 28 33 5 30 35 7 16 23 4 39 43 4 42 46 5 19 24 9 28 37 5 52 57 3 36 39 4 25 29 6 15 21 2 25 27 2 34 36 4 82 86 3 17 20 3 27 30 9 66 75 11 43 54 7 59 66 1 19 20 5 24 29 2 28 30 1 15 16 5 50 55 4 34 38 3 25 28 121 891 1012 4 29 33 4 31 35 7 16 23 1 42 43 3 43 46 3 21 24 8 29 37 7 50 57 3 36 39 3 26 29 6 15 21 2 25 27 2 34 36 4 82 86 4 16 20 2 28 30 8 67 75 10 44 54 7 59 66 2 18 20 5 24 29 5 25 30 1 15 16 5 50 55 6 32 38 3 25 28 117 895 1012 2 13 15 4 29 33 SENATOR IN GENERAL COURT FIFTH MIDDLESEX DISTRICT (REP) Total number of write-ins 1 Times Blank Voted Total Ballots 14 15 4 29 33 2 33 35 7 16 23 1 42 43 3 43 46 3 21 24 6 31 37 4 53 57 2 37 39 3 26 29 6 15 21 1 26 27 2 34 36 2 84 86 3 17 20 2 28 30 7 68 75 10 44 54 6 60 66 1 19 20 5 24 29 3 27 30 1 15 16 5 50 55 5 33 38 2 26 28 98 914 1012 3 32 35 7 16 23 REPRESENTATIVE IN GENERAL COURT THIRTY-SECOND MIDDLESEX DISTRICT (REP) Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots REPRESENTATIVE IN GENERAL COURT THIRTY-THIRD MIDDLESEX DISTRICT (REP) State Primary September 1, 2026 Preliminary Results 1 42 43 3 43 46 3 21 24 7 30 37 4 53 57 2 37 39 3 26 29 6 15 21 1 26 27 2 34 36 3 83 86 3 17 20 2 28 30 7 68 75 7 47 54 6 60 66 1 19 20 4 25 29 4 26 30 2 14 16 6 49 55 4 34 38 2 26 28 98 914 1012 2 1 84 86 29 30 3 113 116 Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted 7 Total Ballots 16 23 REPRESENTATIVE IN GENERAL COURT THIRTY-FIFTH MIDDLESEX DISTRICT (REP) JAMES C. SEIBEL Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots 13 0 2 15 DISTRICT ATTORNEY NORTHERN DISTRICT (REP) Total number of write-ins Times Blank Voted Total Ballots 24 1 8 33 19 0 16 35 2 41 43 3 43 46 3 21 24 8 29 37 3 26 29 6 15 21 1 26 27 2 34 36 3 17 20 8 67 75 7 47 54 6 60 66 4 25 29 3 27 30 4 51 55 4 34 38 2 26 28 76 605 681 33 2 22 57 18 1 10 0 20 39 10 20 10 0 6 16 127 4 84 215 3 12 15 REGISTER OF PROBATE MIDDLESEX COUNTY (REP) Total number of write-ins 2 Times Blank Voted Total Ballots 13 15 4 29 33 5 30 35 7 16 23 1 42 43 3 43 46 3 21 24 6 31 37 6 51 57 3 36 39 4 25 29 7 14 21 2 25 27 2 34 36 2 84 86 3 17 20 1 29 30 7 68 75 9 45 54 6 60 66 2 18 20 4 25 29 3 27 30 1 15 16 6 49 55 4 34 38 2 26 28 106 906 1012 4 29 33 2 33 35 6 17 23 1 42 43 3 43 46 2 22 24 6 31 37 4 53 57 2 37 39 4 25 29 6 15 21 2 25 27 2 34 36 2 84 86 3 17 20 3 27 30 7 68 75 8 46 54 6 60 66 1 19 20 4 25 29 3 27 30 1 15 16 7 48 55 6 32 38 3 25 28 100 912 1012 ELECTION | FROM PAGE 1 and Malden’s O’Malley. The 5th Middlesex District includes all of the cities of Malden and Melrose, all of the towns of Reading, Stoneham and Wakefield and the town of Winchester Precincts 1, 2, 3 and 8. Rep. Lipper-Garabedian’s 32nd Middlesex House District includes the entire city of Melrose and parts of Malden (Ward 5, Precincts 2 and 3A) and parts of Wakefield (Precincts 4, 5 and 6). Overall, with nearly all of the votes tallied late Tuesday night, Rep. Lipper-Garabedian received 12,671 votes (61.3%), Malden Councillor Carey McDonald, 5,763 votes (23.3%); and Malden Councillor Ryan O’Malley, 3,273 votes (13.2%). McDonald was the top vote-getter in the 5th Middlesex state Senate race in Malden with 2,874 votes to 2,227 votes for the overall winner, Lipper-Garabedian. O’Malley received 1,380 votes in Malden. Lipper-Garabedian has represented the 32nd Middlesex District in the House of Representatives since 2020 after previously serving on the Melrose City Council. McDonald was first elected Councillor-at-Large in 2021 and serves as chair of the council’s Finance Committee. This was his first campaign for state office. O’Malley was first elected Ward 4 Councillor in 2015 and is serving his sixth consecutive term. This was also his first campaign for a state elected post. In other local races, Melrose resident Leila Bhatti Migliorelli bested Malden resident John “Jay” Higgins in the 32nd Middlesex District state representative Democratic primary election, with a 5,772-2,303 vote margin, or 71.5-28.5 percent. Bhatti Migliorelli served on the Melrose City Council from 2020-2025, serving as president in 2024 and 2025. She has worked at Tufts University since 2006 and has served as senior director of stewardship and donor relations since 2021. The 32nd Middlesex District includes residents of Malden’s Ward 5 Precincts 2 and 3, all of Melrose and part of Wakefield. In the 33rd Middlesex District, Malden state Rep. Steven Ultrino was unopposed in the Democratic primary and received 3,480 votes. With no Republican challenger in November, he is poised for reelection to a seventh consecutive term. Rep. Ultrino was first elected to the Mass. House of Representatives in 2014. His 33rd Middlesex District includes Ward 2, Ward 3 Precincts 1 and 2, Ward 4, Ward 5 Precincts 1 and 3, Ward 6, Ward 7 Precincts 2 and 3 and Ward 8. State Rep. Paul Donato, also running unopposed, received 1,395 votes in the Malden Democratic primary and over 2,500 votes in Medford on his way to a 14th term in the 35th Middlesex District, which consists of parts of Malden (Wards 1, 3 and 7) and Medford (Wards 1, 2, 3, 6, 7 and 8). Now at 85, Rep. Donato was first elected in 2000.

Page 12 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, September 4, 2026 Saluting Malden’s Working Men and Women Mayor Gary Christenson & The Malden City Government Councillor Ward 7 Chris Simonelli Ward 3 School Committee Jennifer Spadafora Councillor Ward 6 Stephen Winslow Ward 1 School Committee Michael Drummey State Representative Paul J. Donato Ward 2 School Committee Rob McCarthy Malden Transportation 781-322-5050 BUSINESS ACCOUNTS WELCOME Lester, Peggy & David Morovitz 24 Hour AIRPORT SERVICE PACKAGE DELIVERY

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, September 4, 2026 Page 13 Mystic Valley Earns Highest National Ranking in School History By Emily Brennan M ystic Valley Regional Charter School is beginning its 29th year with a milestone achievement, earning the highest national ranking in school history from U.S. News & World Report and once again placing among the top public high schools in Massachusetts and across the country. In the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best High Schools rankings, Mystic Valley was ranked No. 169 in the nation, it’s best national showing to date. The school also earned the No. 6 ranking among public high schools in Massachusetts and No. 39 among charter high schools nationwide. The No. 169 ranking places Mystic Valley among the top 1% of public high schools in the United States, adding another milestone to the school’s longstanding record of academic excellence. U.S. News & World Report evaluated more than 26,000 public high schools nationwide graduation rates. Mystic Valley earned an overall score of 99.06 out of 100, reflecting the strength of its academic outcomes and the performance of its students across these measures. “People ask what makes Mystic MVRCS seniors shown from left to right: Ben Hickey, Nolan Lyons, Namdol Yardongtsang , Laila Eddaoula, Nico Santonastaso, and Carey Voorhees.(Courtesy photos) using measures designed to assess student achievement and preparation for college. Mystic Valley also ranked higher than the traditional public high school in each of its six sending communities. Its No. 6 statewide ranking further underscores the school’s success in providing students throughout the region with access to an education that competes with some of the highest-performing public schools in Massachusetts and across the nation. U.S. News & World Report evaluates high schools using several measures, including college readiness, college curriculum breadth, state assessment proficiency and performance, underserved student performance, and Valley different. The honest answer is that we do things most schools have stopped doing, and we refuse to apologize for it," said Director/Superintendent Alex Dan. "We teach phonics in kindergarten, Latin in our Lower School, and how the founding documents of this country draw all of us together. We hold our students accountable, and we believe strong character and academic success are connected. A ranking does not measure any of that. It just measures the results, and the results happen to be the best in our history." The recognition comes as Mystic Valley opens its 29th year and builds upon years of strong academic results, with students, faculty and staff continuing the school’s commitment to high expectations, rigorous academics and student achievement. Malden High Football looking for fast start with some key returnees this season Record-setting junior running back Jayden McGuffie at top of list; Opening Sept. 11 at home vs. Lynn Tech By Steve Freker A t Macdonald Stadium, sixth-year Head Coach Witche Exilhomme welcomed over 50 football hopefuls to preseason practice sessions last week, a solid number for Malden High football, “and we are still adding players by the day,” he said. “We are very happy about the turnout, we had been hoping for some bigger numbers this season,” said coach Exilhomme, a former star three-sport athlete at Malden High who was a defensive standout at American International College (AIC) and at the pro level in Arena Football. “We have some good leaders and we are looking forward to what this season will bring.” Malden will be returning two-year starter and record-setting running back Jayden McGuffie, who is already the all-time career-leading rusher and single-season record-setter. Last year McGuffie was the first running back to run for over 2,000 yards, finishing with 2,006 for the season. Senior Josh Dionne will be “QB1” this season, junior Nathan Shonton will be a starting split end, senior Josh Bly is a key defensive back. Senior Noah Granderson is a returning 6-5, 345 two-way tackle, and he is joined by several other 300-lb.-plus linemen. Malden High football scrimmaged in spirited fashion against Wakefield on Tuesday night and is now looking forward to the home and season opener on Friday, September 11 at 6:00 p.m. versus Lynn Tech at Macdonald Stadium. Malden High’s 6-0, 188 junior Jayden McGuffie is already the single-season and career recordsetter for rushing yards (3,447 in two seasons) and touchdowns (35). (Advocate Photo/Henry Huang)

Page 14 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, September 4, 2026 Governor Maura Healey Declares September College Fire Safety Month September is the Leading Month for Fires in Student Housing S TOW–Governor Maura Healey [recently] proclaimed September College Fire Safety Month in Massachusetts as thousands of students return to campus and move into dormitories, apartments, and other student housing. Fire officials are offering guidance to help prevent fires and injuries during what is traditionally the leading month for fires in student housing. “Massachusetts is proud to welcome thousands of students to our colleges each fall, and we want every one of them to have a safe and successful year,” said Governor Maura Healey. “Most fires in student housing can be prevented. Simple steps like staying in the kitchen while cooking, keeping exits clear and using batteries and chargers safely can save lives.” “Move-in day comes with a long checklist, and fire safety needs to be on it,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll. “Before families unpack the last box, check the smoke and car- LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS MIDDLESEX, SS. SUPERIOR COURT NO. 2581CV00709 TO: VINCENT R. VALENTI AND VIBE CREATORS, LLC OF PARTS UNKNOWN: WHEREAS a civil action has been filed against you in our Superior Court by Robert White and Denise A White, Plaintiffs, wherein said plaintiffs request that this Court award them damages, punitive damages, all attorney fees and court costs. All that is set forth in the Plaintiffs’ Complaint filed in said Court on March 21, 2025. Accordingly, we COMMAND YOU if you intend to make any claim or defense, that on November 2, 2026, or within twenty (20) days from said day, to file your written appearance and written answer and other lawful pleadings to be served upon Francisco J. Rosa, Esq., Rosa and Taing Law, LLC, 1550 Middlesex Street, Lowell, MA, and to file your written appearance and written answer and other lawful pleadings in the Office of the Clerk of Court at Middlesex Superior Court, 370 Jackson Street, 7th Floor, Lowell, MA 01852 and further that you defend against the suit according to law if you intend any defense, and that you do and receive what the Court shall order and adjudge therein. Hereof fail not, at your peril, or as otherwise said suit may be adjudged and orders entered in your absence. It appearing to this Court that no personal service of the Complaint has been made on the Defendants, Vincent R. Valenti and Vibe Creators, LLC, after diligent search to lawfully make service, it is ORDERED that notice of this suit be given to you by publication of an attested copy hereof in the Malden Advocate, a newspaper published in Malden, Massachusetts, once a week for three successive weeks, the last publication to be at least twenty days before said return day of November 2, 2026 and by mailing a copy of this notice by certified mail to the defendant’s last known address. ENTERED: JULY 30, 2026 BY THE COURT, (BARRETT, J.) Robert Macintyre Assistant Clerk August 21, 28, September 4, 2026 bon monoxide alarms, identify two ways out and make sure everyone knows what to do if a fire starts.” Massachusetts fire departments reported more than 2,500 fires in dormitories, fraternities, and sororities between 2021 and 2025. These fires caused six civilian injuries, 10 fire service injuries, and approximately $2.7 million in damage. Fire officials are also emphasizing the importance of safety in apartments and other off-campus housing. Two Massachusetts college students died in separate, unrelated off-campus fires in 2013. “College Fire Safety Month is an important reminder that keeping students safe is a shared responsibility,” said State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine. “Colleges and universities, property owners, families, and students all have a role to play. As students return to campus and settle into new housing, we encourage everyone to review basic fire safety, make sure alarms are working, and know what to do in an emergency.” Massachusetts law requires landlords to provide working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Students should test their alarms when they move in and immediately notify their landlord if an alarm is missing, damaged or not working. Students should also check the manufacturing date printed on the back of each alarm. Smoke alarms should generally be replaced after 10 years. Carbon monoxide alarms should be replaced after five, seven or 10 years, depending on the make and model. About 90 percent of fires in student housing are related to cooking, with unattended cooking the most common factor. Students should remain in the kitchen when using the stovetop, use a timer when cooking in the oven, and never cook while drowsy or impaired. With September 1 marking the primary move-in date for students across Massachusetts, fire officials are also reminding students to keep escape routes clear. Boxes, furniture, bikes, and other belongings should not block windows, doorways, hallways, or stairwells. Students should know two ways out of their building and, when possible, two ways out of each room. If an alarm sounds, occupants should leave the building, stay outside, and call 9-1-1. Students can also reduce the risk of fire by following these precautions: ● Smoking: There is no safe way to smoke, but if you must smoke then do it responsibly. Don’t flick them on the ground, where they can smolder and ignite debris, or grind them out on porches or steps. Use a heavy ashtray on a sturdy surface and put it out, all the way, every time. ● Electrical: Always plug appliances like air conditioners and space heaters into wall sockets that can handle the current, not power strips or extension cords. Don’t overload outlets with multiple devices. ● Heating: Turn space heaters off when leaving the room or going to sleep. Never leave a space heater unattended. ● Cooking: Stand by your pan! Don’t leave pots and pans unattended on a lit stovetop, and keep flammable items away from burners. In the event of a grease fire, smother the flames with a lid and then turn off the heat. Only cook when you’re alert, not when you’re drowsy or impaired. ● Candles: Never leave candles burning unattended. Extinguish them before leaving the room. Even better, switch to battery-powered candles. ● Lithium-Ion Batteries: Use the charging equipment provided by the manufacturer and disconnect it when the device is charged. Charge phones, laptops, e-cigarettes, e-bike batteries, and other devices on a hard and stable surface – never a bed, couch, or pillow. If you notice an unusual odor, change in color, change in shape, leaking, or odd noises, stop using the device right away. If you are able to do so safely, move it away from anything that can burn and call your local fire department. For more fire safety tips for both on and off campus, visit www.mass.gov/dfs.

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, September 4, 2026 Page 15 Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 51 - Report No. 35 August 24-28, 2026 By Bob Katzen THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll call votes in the House or Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call reports local representatives’ roll call attendance records for the 2026 session through August 28. The House has held 154 roll calls so far in the 2026 session. Beacon Hill Roll Call tabulates the number of rolls calls on which each representative voted and then calculates that number as a percentage of the total roll call votes held. That percentage is the number referred to as the roll call attendance record. Sometimes a representative is not able to attend only one or two sessions during which roll calls are held. However, since there are sometimes multiple roll calls on each one of those days, the number of roll calls they missed can be high even though they only missed one or two sessions. Eighty-four (53.2 percent) of the 158 representatives did not miss any roll call votes and had a 100 precent roll call attendance record. Seventy-four (46.8 percent) of the representatives missed one or more roll call votes. The representative who missed the most number of roll calls is Rep. Tackey Chan (D-Quincy) who missed 34 roll calls (77.9 percent roll call attendance record.) “For the past 14 years I was the primary caretaker for my mother who had stage 4 lung cancer,” Chan told Beacon Hill Roll Call. “This year her condition changed from stable to terminal. I was caring for her in her final days. This resulted in my absence from formal sessions.” The representatives who missed the next most number of roll calls are Reps. Chynah Tyler (D-Roxbury) and Amy Sangiolo (D-Newton) who each missed 27 roll calls (82.4 percent attendance record.) “Both absences were family-related,” Sangiolo told Beacon Hill Roll Call. “I was out on Feb. 26, 2026, for my nephew’s wedding in San FrancisRECORDS THROUGH AUGUST 28 Here are the 2026 roll call attendance records of local representatives through August 28. The attendance records are based on 154 roll calls. The percentage listed next co and missed 16 roll call votes on that day. We had purchased tickets months in advance and booked for Thursday so I would not miss a formal session [because formal sessions are rarely held on Thursdays]. But a formal session was held on [that] Thursday. I was also out on April 27, 2026, to watch my son, who lives in England, at his competition in Florida and missed 11 roll call votes that day.” Rep. Tyler did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking her why she missed 27 roll calls. Fourteen other representatives missed ten or more roll call votes. Beacon Hill Roll Call asked all 14 why they missed roll calls. Only five responded. “Rep. Silvia was out due to a medical issue (cardiac surgery), and he had two very significant deaths,” said Rep. Alan Silvia spokesperson Monica Sousa. “His 23-year-old grandson who was on active duty at Camp Lejeune and his long-time legislative aide, Clara Fallon.” Silvia missed 25 roll calls (83.7 percent attendance record.) "During the recent roll call votes, I was out of state supporting my wife and family following the passing of my father-in-law—a man who has been a cherished part of my life since I was 17 years old—after he was hospitalized on Father's Day and placed in hospice care,” said Rep. Homar Gomez (D-Easthampton) who missed 11 roll calls (92.8 percent attendance record.) “While my commitment to serving our community remains absolute, being at his bedside and standing by my family through this profound loss was my essential duty." Rep. Margaret Scarsdale (D-Pepperell), who missed ten roll calls (93.5 percent attendance record), said she missed roll calls because she was out of state for her niece’s wedding and then also out of state for her only son’s wedding. Rep. Kate Lipper-Garabedian (D-Melrose), who missed 12 roll calls (92.2 percent attendance record), said she missed roll calls “due to parenting responsibilities.” Rep. Marjorie Decker (D-Cambridge), who missed 12 roll calls (92.2 percent attendance record), said she missed roll calls on February 11 because of a family emergency, and then again on July 31 because of a death in the family. “The vast majority of votes I missed — if not all of them — occurred the week of June 3, 2026, when I traveled to attend the wedding of my niece, where I served as officiant,” said Rep. Ken Gordon (D-Bedford) who missed ten roll calls (93.5 percent roll call attendance record.) “It is a choice I expect my constituents would understand.” The remaining nine representatives who missed more than ten roll calls did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking them why they missed roll calls. They are Reps. John Barrett (D-North Adams) and John Rogers (D-Norwood) who each missed 16 roll calls (89.6 percent attendance record); Colleen Garry (D-Dracut) and Nick Boldyga (R-Southwick) who each missed 14 roll calls (90.9 percent attendance record); Joe McGonagle (D-Everett) and Tram Nguyen (D-Andover) who each missed 11 roll calls (92.8 percent attendance record); and Chris Flanagan (D-Dennis) and Mark Cusack (D-Braintree) who each missed ten roll calls (93.5 percent attendance record). 2026 HOUSE ATTENDANCE - LEGAL NOTICE - City of Malden Massachusetts Board of Appeal 215 Pleasant Street Malden, Massachusetts 02148 Telephone 781-397-7000 x2104 MALDEN BOARD OF APPEAL PUBLIC HEARING The Malden Board of Appeal will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time (US and Canada) at Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant St., Room #106 Herbert L. Jackson Council Chambers, Malden, MA on petition 26-007 by Mystic Valley Regional Charter School seeking a variance under the Code of the City of Malden as amended - Title 4 Section 4.16.090 (A) Table of Intensity Regulations: Specifically: Awning sign in the Residence A Zoning District as per plans SGER077161-2026 at the property known as and numbered 31 Granite St., Malden, MA and also known by City Assessor’s Parcel ID #133-663-303 Additional information, Petition & plans available for public review in the Office of Inspectional Services, 215 Pleasant St., 3rd floor, Malden, MA or online at www.cityofmalden.org or https://maldenma-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/SelfService#/home Nathaniel Cramer, Chair August 28, September 04, 2026 to the representative's name is the percentage of roll call votes on which the representative voted. The number in parentheses represents the number of roll calls that he or she missed. Rep. Paul Donato 97.4 % (4) Rep. Steven Ultrino cent (0) 100 perALSO UP ON BEACON HILL TOXIC MEDICAL DEVICES (H 5550/S 3106) - A new law that would ban the use and sale of DEHP, a toxic chemical which is commonly added to plastic intravenous bags and tubing and linked to breast, liver, lung and testicular cancer took effect on August 25. The bag ban would begin on January 1, 2030, while the tubing ban would begin on January 1, 2035. Supporters of the law said this timeline gives health care providers and manufacturers time to transition to safer alternatives that are already in use at hospitals in Massachusetts. BHRC| SEE PAGE 16

Page 16 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, September 4, 2026 BHRC | FROM PAGE 15 Many IV bags and tubing currently contain DEHP, which is added to improve the plastic’s flexibility but can pose serious health dangers to patients. The measure also prevents manufacturers from replacing DEHP with similar ortho-phthalates and encourages the transition to safer alternatives while preserving limited exemptions for specialized blood collection and cell therapy products. “Patients deserve to know that the tools being used to care for them are safe,” said Gov. Maura Healey who signed the new law on July 25 but held a ceremonial signing on August 25, the day the law became effective. “This law phases out a harmful chemical from IV bags and tubing and moves our health care system toward safer alternatives. Massachusetts will continue to follow the science and put the health and safety of patients, families and health care workers first.” “The Toxic-Free Medical Devices Act was filed because patients should never have to worry that the tools meant to heal them are exposing them to a cancer-linked chemical, especially when safe alternatives already exist and are already in use at hospitals here in Massachusetts,” said Senate sponsor Sen. Joan Lovely (D-Salem) ... “This is a real step forward for safer medical care in the commonwealth.” “Massachusetts has always been a leader in health care, and we here in the commonwealth have a responsibility to continue advancing innovative policies that ensure patients safety,” said Rep. Jim O’Day (D-West Boylston). “This legislation reduces unnecessary exposure to DEHP in medical devices while giving hospitals and providers the flexibility needed for a responsible transition to safer alternatives.” DOMESTIC WORKERS’ RIGHTS DAY (H 3417) - The Senate, on a voice vote without a roll call, approved a measure that would annually establish June 16 as Domestic Workers’ Rights Day to honor all domestic workers who work in private homes and in recognition of Massachusetts’ historic enactment of basic labor standards in the Domestic Workers’ Bill of Rights. The House has already approved the bill. Only another round of approval in each branch is needed before the measure goes to Gov. Healey for her signature. “This legislation is an extension of the important work that began with the passage of the Domestic Workers Bill of Rights before I joined the House of Representatives,” said co-sponsor Rep. Judy Garcia (D-Chelsea). “While establishing Domestic Workers’ Rights Day is symbolic in nature, it is deeply meaningful in honoring the workers whose care and labor are so essential to families across our commonwealth.” Co-sponsor Rep. Priscila Sousa (D-Framingham) did not respond to repeated requests from Beacon Hill Roll Call asking her how she feels about the bill’s passage and why she filed it. $15.3 MILLION TO CONVERT COMMERCIAL PROPERTY INTO 856 NEW HOMES – Gov. Healey announced $15.3 million in Commercial Conversion Tax Credit Initiative awards to support five projects that will transform vacant or underutilized commercial properties into 856 new rental homes in Boston, Dedham, Springfield, Westford and Worcester. “Massachusetts has buildings sitting empty and communities that need more homes. These awards will put underused properties back to work, create 856 new apartments and help bring more residents, customers and energy to downtowns and commercial districts across the state. By making smart use of the spaces we already have, we can build more housing, strengthen local economies and lower costs.” “The reality is that many commercial conversion projects are difficult to finance even when the sites are in prime locations, have community support and ready to move forward,” said Housing and Livable Communities Secretary Juana Matias. “The Commercial Conversion Tax Credit Initiative helps close that gap. This second round of awards will not only unlock another 856 homes, but will preserve historic buildings, support transit-oriented development and help revitalize downtowns across Massachusetts.” $3.5 MILLION TO PROTECT NONPROFITS – The Healey Administration announced that 30 Massachusetts nonprofit organizations at high risk of terrorist or extremist violence, will receive nearly $3.5 million in federal funds for security improvements. “The right to practice one’s faith freely and safely is essential, and our administration is committed to ensuring that no one experiences harm while practicing this right,” said Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll. “We will not allow threats or acts of violence to infringe on free expression or the freedom of religion. And the security investments made through these grants will help further protect members of our communities.” “The Healey-Driscoll Administration recognizes the important role of nonprofit and faith-based organizations in making Massachusetts the best place to live and raise a family,” said Public Safety and Security Secretary Gina Kwon. “This grant program is one element of our strategic efforts to strengthen the integrity of the spaces where they provide essential social services and gathering space for people from every walk of life.” PROTECT ANIMALS IN HOT CARS – Last week marked ten years since former Gov. Charlie Baker signed into law a bill protecting animals. Known by many as the “Hot Car Law,” the measure prevents animal suffering and death by ensuring animals can be rescued from hot or cold cars, limiting the time dogs spend on a tether and increasing enforcement of prior prohibitions on keeping dogs in cruel conditions. “Despite ongoing efforts to share information about the dangers of animals left in cars in extreme heat or cold, it was clear that state and local officers needed more tools to ensure animals are not suffering — and do so before the animals, usually dogs, were at risk of dying,” said MSPCA-Angell Advocacy Director Kara Holmquist. “We were proud to help advocate for this law in the Statehouse.” Holmquist encourages the public to familiarize themselves with the steps to take if they see an animal in distress in a hot car. “The first step is to call 911, then try to locate the animal’s owner,” she said. “If the animal is in immediate danger, Massachusetts law allows a person to remove the animal in the least forceful manner, with breaking the window as a last resort.” “We will continue to protect innocent animals from abusive treatment, whether it is from entrapment within a hot car, being left outdoors to endure unreasonably dangerous conditions or any other situation threatening their health and safety,” said bill sponsor Sen. Mark Montigny (D-New Bedford). “Such callousness warrants tough penalties, including jail time for the most egregious offenders. I am grateful to the men and women who advocate for these precious creatures and our law enforcement officers helping to keep them safe every day. If you see an animal suffering, call 911, and break the window. Time is of the essence, and our law will protect you.” REP. FRANCISCO PAULINO PLEADS “NOT GUILTY” TO PANDEMIC BENEFITS FRAUD – Rep. Francisco Paulino (D-Methuen) was in federal court last week and pleaded “not guilty” to 11 counts brought against him for pandemic benefit fraud. According to United States Attorney Leah Foley, Paulino faces eight counts of wire fraud and three counts of unlawful monetary transactions. He is due back in court on October 7th. He is charged with fraudulently obtaining over $700,000 in COVID unemployment insurance benefits and small business loans and using the proceeds to buy real estate and loan money to clients of his mortgage business, before he was elected to public office. Conditions of Paulino’s release include limiting his travels within Massachusetts and New Hampshire and requiring him to get permission to travel anywhere else; surrendering his passport; prohibiting him from changing his address; and requiring that his remaining business, Madison Tax, temporarily suspend operations and that his clients be notified of the suspension. In March 2026, United States Attorney Leah Foley announced the creation of the Benefit and Voter Fraud Team, a district-wide initiative established in response to the fraud being uncovered across Massachusetts. Members of the public are encouraged to report suspected benefit fraud in Massachusetts by calling 1-855-SCAMMA-1 (855-722-6621). Paulino did not respond to numerous requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking him to respond to the indictment. 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 BHRC| SEE PAGE 17

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, September 4, 2026 Page 17 Boston Makes Cut to Final Three Cities to Possibly Host the 2028 Democratic National Convention By Bob Katzen Beacon Hill Roll Call T he Democratic National Committee announced that Boston, Denver and Philadelphia made the final cut and are the three cities being considered to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention. “We are honored to move forward to the final stage as host for the 2028 Democratic National Convention and will continue to work alongside our incredible partners and the Greater Boston community to share the best of our city with the Democratic National Committee,” said Steve Kerrigan, chair of the Massachusetts Democratic State Committee. “Time and again, Massachusetts has demonstrated the vision and capability to take on ambitious events and carry them through to success -- backed by the infrastructure, talent and civic spirit that make great achievements possible. We are honored to join Denver and Philadelphia as this process moves forward.” “Coming off this successful summer hosting the World Cup, Tall Ships and MA 250 events, the people of Massachusetts have shown that we can host major events and showcase our state to the entire world,” said Gov. Healey. “The 2028 election will be an important moment to choose the direction of our country, and there is no better city than Boston to chart that future. I’m thrilled that Boston has advanced to the next round, and I look forward to working with partners like Mayor Wu and other leaders in this next phase of BHRC | FROM PAGE 16 the convention process.” “Throughout the World Cup, Boston showed the entire world that our beautiful, safe and welcoming city is the perfect venue to host important events that can bring people together from all communities,” said Boston Mayor Michelle Wu. “Boston is ready to host a Democratic National Convention that will showcase our vibrant, diverse city to a global audience, welcome guests and delegates to hotels within walking distance of both the convention venues and our major attractions and deliver major economic benefits to local businesses. We are proud to offer the country clear proof of the progress that’s possible when we build the America our founders fought for.” For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 orInfo@advocatenews.net - LEGAL NOTICE - City of Malden Massachusetts INSPECTIONAL SERVICES 215 Pleasant Street, 3rd Floor Malden, Massachusetts 02148 (781) 397-7000 ext. 2030 MALDEN SITE PLAN REVIEW COMMITTEE 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, September 22, 2026, on the petition of Natalia Londono, and Albertone Venancio of HomeX Construction LLC, on behalf of Highland Holdings, LLC, filed in Permit Application #CMID 076616-2026 under Title 12, Code of the City of Malden, Section 12.12.500, seeking Site Plan Review and Site Plan Approval of a proposed child care facility, at the property known as and numbered, 144 Highland Ave., Malden, MA, and by City Assessor’s Parcel Identification #038 181 109. 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 # CMID-076616-2026 at: https://maldenma-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/SelfService#/home By: Nelson Miller Building Commissioner September 04, 11, 2026 TO: Amilton Pedro De Oliveira: A petition has been presented to this court by DCF - Roxbury, seeking, as to the following child: Elijah S. Lerebours, that said child be found in need of care and protection and committed to the Department of Children and Families. The court may dispense the rights of the person(s) named herein to receive notice of or to consent to any legal proceeding affecting the adoption, custody, or guardianship or any other disposition of the child named herein, if it finds that the child is in need of care and protection and that the best interests of the child would be served by said disposition. You are hereby ORDERED to appear in this court, at the court address set forth above, on the following date and time: 10/27/2026 at 09:00 AM Hearing on Merits (CR/CV) You may bring an attorney with you. If you have a right to an attorney and if the court determines that you are indigent, the court will appoint an attorney to represent you. If you fail to appear, the court may proceed on that date and any date thereafter to a trial on the merits and adjudication of this matter. For further information call the Office of the Clerk-Magistrate at (617) 788-8525. WITNESS, Hon. Joseph F. Johnston, FIRST JUSTICE, DATE ISSUED: 08/20/2026 DONNA M. CIAMPOLI CLERK-MAGISTRATE August 28, September 04, 11, 2026 are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of August 24-28, the House met for a total of 39 minutes and the Senate met for a total of 33 minutes. Mon. August 24 House 11:00a.m. to11:29 a.m. Senate11:14a.m. to11:34 a.m. Tues.August 25 No House session. No Senate session. Wed. August 26 No House session. No Senate session. Thurs. August 27 House 11:03a.m. to 11:13 a.m. Senate11:16a.m. to 11:29 a.m. Fri. August 28 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. Copyright © 2026 Beacon Hill Roll Call. All Rights Reserved. - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS TRIAL COURT OF MASSACHUSETTS JUVENILE COURT DEPARTMENT Suffolk County Juvenile Court 24 New Chardon St. Boston Boston, MA 02114 (617) 788-8525 Docket No. 25CP0127BO SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION, CARE AND PROTECTION, TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS

Page 18 Savvy Senior by Jim Miller Smartphones Made Simple for Seniors Dear Savvy Senior, My 79-year-old mom just upgraded from a flip phone to a smartphone, but she’s having trouble figuring it out. Is there a way to make it easier for her to use? --Only Daughter Dear Only, Switching from a flip phone to a smartphone can be a big adjustment. What seems second nature to younger users can feel overwhelming to someone who’s never used a touchscreen. Even though the screen is bigger, the text can still be tiny, the buttons hard to tap, and one accidental touch can open an app or change a setting. Even simple tasks like texting or taking a picture can suddenly feel frustrating. The good news is that smartphones can be surprisingly senior-friendly. Both iPhones and Android phones have built-in accessibility features that make them easier to see, hear, and navigate. The exact steps vary depending on the phone, but here are some of the most helpful settings to look for. Apple iPhone If your mom has an Apple iPhone, start by opening the Settings app, then tap Display and Brightness. From there, she can make the text larger, turn on bold text, and use Display Zoom to make icons, buttons, and menus bigger. Even these small changes can make the phone much easier to use. Accessibility offers several helpful tools. VoiceOver reads whatever is on the screen aloud, Zoom enlarges small text or photos, and Voice Control lets her open apps or dictate messages simply by speaking. For a simpler home screen, try Assistive Access. It creates a clean layout with large buttons and fewer apps, and you can lock it with a passcode so it won’t accidentally switch back. For someone moving from a flip phone, this can make using the phone much less intimidating. Google Pixel If your mom uses a Google Pixel, open Settings, then Display, and select Display size and text. She can make words, buttons, and icons larger and increase color contrast to make everything easier to see. Swipe gestures can be confusing for first-time smartphone users. Switching to the traditional three-button layout brings back simple on-screen buttons for Home, Back, and Recent Apps, making navigation much easier. In Accessibility, TalkBack can read text aloud, Magnification zooms in on parts of the screen, Live Caption adds subtitles automatically, Sound Amplifier makes soft sounds louder, and Voice Access lets her control the phone by speaking. Samsung Galaxy If she has a Samsung Galaxy phone, start by turning on Easy Mode. Open Settings, tap Display, and turn it on. This enlarges text and icons, simplifies the home screen, and adds a slight delay to reduce accidental taps. She can also adjust font size, screen zoom, and switch navigation from gestures to buttons. Accessibility settings improve contrast, offer captions or hearing aid connections, and let her operate the phone with voice commands. Extra tips Clean up your mom’s home screen by removing apps she doesn’t use and placing her most used apps – such as Phone, Messages, and Photos – on the first screen. Choose a simple wallpaper, turn up the ringtone and alert volume, add favorite contacts for one-touch calling, and increase the screen timeout so the display stays on longer. Remember, the goal isn’t to master every feature. Start with the basics – answering calls, sending texts, and taking photos – and give her plenty of time to practice. A little patience goes a long way. With a few simple adjustments, her smartphone can become a tool she actually enjoys using. Send your questions or comments to questions@ savvysenior.org, or to Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070. THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, September 4, 2026 MUSINGS | FROM PAGE 6 Saint Rocco FEAST, not the Saint Rocco FESTIVAL. Just an FYI for those not familiar with this 96-year-old tradition. Thanks for listening. ● To all those I may have offended during the San Rocco Feast weekend, please accept my sincerest apologies. For three straight days, my head swam in about a million different directions at once. Between the San Rock frenzy, the unwashed masses vying for my attention, the anticipated flood of emotional memories occupying my mind (Billy, Dom, Butch, Jimmy D, Richie Cremone), and everything else that comes with San Rocco weekend, I apparently experienced a few momentary lapses in my normally sunny, patient and genial disposition. Thankfully, a couple of good weeks’ sleep have restored me to factory settings. I am happy to report that the regularly scheduled Peter Levine has returned. So, the next time we meet, I promise you’ll get the post-San Rocco Peter Levine — rested, refreshed, cheerful, genial, patient and hopefully once again operating with all cylinders firing. Thanks for understanding. Insert smiley face and Viva San Rocco! ● Steve and Annamaria Antoniou Georgopoulos, Jamie Forbes, Diane and Joannie Fucci — we still friends? Insert yet another smiley face. As Peter Falk’s iconic TV character Columbo would say, “Just one more thing, sir” — in the picture you see 101-year-old Nicky “Keeper of the Saint Rocco Flame” Angelo, his lovely daughter Paula and nephew/ godson Al Menkello. Nicky was at the very first San Rock Festa in 1929. In 2026, he was escorted and celebrated through the streets of Edgeworth during the Sunday Procession in a red Ferrari, turning more than a few heads and adding yet another unforgettable chapter to the storied tradition of the Festa — and to Nicky Angelo. Paula has been to the Feast for all (mumble, mumble) years of her life, and through the years has contributed above and beyond the call of San Roch duty (she had to, mom and pops made her! LOL). Godson Al has San Rock in his heart and soul and along with brother Nick have been invaluable in keeping the San Rock flame alive through these past years. Both Menkellos have hearts of gold and understand what the weekend means to so many people. Al sent me his thoughts shortly after the Feast shut down, I’d like to share them... “That picture really sums up what the Saint Rocco Feast is all about. Some of the youngsters that are coming through now, even some teenagers and some of the guys in their 30’s, don’t get what our families went through, what it took for them to get to this country and thrive. And what it meant for them to have this Feast was to remind them a little bit about when they were younger and where they came from and the values that they brought with them. If they didn’t carry ‘The Torch,’ no one would have. We have to set an example; we have to set the bar high and hopefully those values will be instilled in the younger generations to carry this Feast on and on into the future. It’s not about us anymore! It’s a generational thing, it’s about supporting those that came before us, supporting what they fought for, and ensuring future generations understand this.” Well said, my friend. Postscript 1: Each and every one of us felt the absence of Billy (Settemio), Richie (Cremone), Butch (Gennetti) and Dom (Fermano) throughout the weekend. You couldn’t help but notice the empty spaces where four such important pieces of San Rock were always meant to be. From the opening-night toast, traditionally delivered by Dom, to Butch leading the Sunday Procession alongside grandson Robby, to Richie behind the grill laughin’ and smiling his way through the weekend and Billy gently assisting his beloved grandson Nolan in placing the donation wreath on the Saint before the Procession — every single moment carried a little more weight this year. These aren’t just traditions. They are special moments that became part of who we are as a neighborhood, year after year, generation after generation. Seeing those familiar roles carried on without them was (expletive deleted) heartbreaking. It’s difficult to put into words the emotional toll the weekend took on so many of us. There were smiles and good-natured bean busting, as there always is, but beneath it all was a quiet sadness — a constant reminder of four dear friends who should have been with us. In so, so many ways, they were. They were in the conversations we had, the memories we shared, the traditions we continued and especially in the grandchildren and families they loved so dearly. San Rock was built on generations of family, friendship, faith and tradition. This year, maybe more than ever, we were reminded that while our loved ones may leave us, their place in this Feast — and in our hearts — never disappears. Viva San Rock. Viva Billy. Viva Butch. Viva Richie. MUSINGS| SEE PAGE 19

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, September 4, 2026 Page 19 MUSINGS | FROM PAGE 19 Viva Dom! Postscript 2: Wait! Who is that crawling out from under the fryolator?! It’s Al’s brother Nick, ensuring that the fried dough machine is working as intended so the San Roch unwashed masses can indulge in a time-honored San Roch tradition: eating orbs of dough fried in oil brushed with butter and smothered in powdered sugar (insert smiley face). As Nick wipes away his well-earned, sweat-drenched brow, I tempt him with the same question I gave brother Al: What does the Feast mean to him? “That’s an honor and I’m flattered you REVOCATION OR AMENDMENT OF A REVOCABLE TRUST When dealing with asset proM assachusetts General Laws Chapter 203E, Section 602 deals with the revocation or amendment of a revocable Trust. Unless the terms of a Trust expressly provide that the Trust is irrevocable, the Settlor (also known as the Grantor or Donor) may revoke or amend the Trust. Each Settlor may revoke or amend the Trust with regard to the portion of the Trust property that is attributable to that Settlor’s contribution to the Trust. Upon revocation or amendment of the Trust by fewer than all of the Settlors, the Trustee shall promptly notify the other Settlors of the revocation or amendment. The Settlor may revoke or amend a revocable Trust by complying with and following the provisions contained in the Trust regarding revocation and amendment. If the provisions of the Trust do not provide a specific method, the Settlor may revoke or amend the Trust by any method manifesting clear and convincing evidence of the Settlor’s intent. Upon revocation of a revocable Trust, the Trustee shall distribute the Trust principal pursuant to the direction of the Settlor. A Settlor’s powers with respect to revocation, amendment or distribution of Trust principal may be exercised by an attorney in fact under a Durable Power of Attorney only to the extent expressly authorized by the terms of the Trust itself and the terms of the Durable Power of Attorney. A Trustee that does not know that a Settlor has revoked or amended the Trust shall not be liable to the Settlor or the Settlor’s successors in interest for distributions made and other actions taken on the assumption that the Trust had not been amended or revoked. tection for MassHealth eligibility purposes, if you want the Trust assets to be considered a non-countable asset, the Trust instrument must state that it is irrevocable and the Trust instrument must be abundantly clear throughout all of its provisions that the Settlor or Settlors of the Trust cannot receive any principal distributions under any circumstance. This is referred to as the “any circumstances” test. An asset placed into a revocable Trust will be considered a countable asset for MassHealth eligibility purposes. Even if your home is placed in a revocable Trust, for it not to be deemed a countable asset, you would have to transfer the home out of the Trust into your name only. However, even if you might then be eligible for MassHealth benefits, the Estate Recovery Unit would place a lien on your home if you are single. If you are married and your spouse is still living in the home, a lien cannot be placed on the home. 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. REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS BUYER1 Beaton Jr, Alec Angus BUYER2 Bivona 3rd, Joseph James Yancey, Colleen Erin Bui, Trung Chanh Chen, Qian Du, Vivian Tran Garcia, William Alexander Milot, Alexander Quijada-Garcia, William A Tran, Kelly Tran, Joseph Williams, Douglas SELLER1 Dettori, Leonardo Garcia Hashmi, Shayan Huynh, Thi Mong Thu Mendolera, Matthew D Rogers, Gregory L Hou, Tianhang Stevenson-Idham, Kelly Evergrain Orchard LLC Lang, Anna V Evergrain Orchard LLC Tse, Vincent asked. But I think I’ll defer to brother Al, not much I can add to his comments other than the honor of it being my first year wearing a ‘Trustee Chain’ in the footsteps of my namesake and godfather Nicky (Angelo). The energy of this weekend embodies everything being from Edgeworth is all about and hopefully we can celebrate for many years to come.” Perfect Nick, thanks for all you and your family do. Postscript 3: A Trustee Chain is worn by those walking the Procession honoring and recognizing the valuable contributions that a family has made over the many years of San Roch’s existence. Postscript 4: Next year on Pearl Street. Health and happiness till we meet again. Salud, chindon! —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. - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Middlesex Division Docket No. MI26P4502 Estate of: Christodouli Romvos Date of Death: June 26, 2026 INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner George Romvos of Hampton, NH a Will has been admitted to informal probate. George Romvos of Hampton, NH 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. September 04, 2026 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 Shaikh, Nazia Rogers, Karen A Yuan, Heping ADDRESS 20 Winn Ter Schamann, Michael D 525 E Fellsway 28 Olive Ave Idham, Mohammed Lang, Timothy M 9 Dexter St #4 45-47 Durso Ave 20 Hemenway Ct CITY Malden Malden Malden Malden Malden Malden 20-30 Daniels St #321 Malden 20 Hemenway Ct Malden 33 Lodgen Ct 33-1F Malden DATE 08.11.26 08.13.26 08.11.26 08.12.26 08.12.26 08.12.26 08.12.26 08.12.26 08.14.26 PRICE 795000 890000 510000 375000 870000 640880 430000 640880 410000

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