Page 2 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, October 23, 2026 Malden accelerates lead pipe removal, replacing hundreds of service lines Special to The Advocate I n conjunction with the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) loan/grant program, and with the aid of a $10M EPA grant, Malden has made significant progress toward eliminating lead from its drinking-water system, replacing hundreds of lead service lines this year, and is on pace to surpass a target of 330 lines removed this year. This achievement follows another successful year in 2025 when Malden also removed more lines than originally planned, thanks to careful planning and cooperation between the Mayor’s Office and elected officials, as well as with a range of community-based organizations, ensuring that public education, outreach, risk mitigation and post-implementation monitoring remain integral to lead service line replacement efforts. This is yet another example of what teamwork and commitment can achieve as the City of Malden accelerates a long-running effort to create a lead-free water system. The work is being undertak“WE’RE STILL HERE!” Since 1947 MALDEN AUTO BODY Book online: Maldenauto.com 49 Robin St., Everett, MA 617-389-3030 * Maldenab@yahoo.com Over 79 years of exceptional service! Massone Family Owned & Operated en as part of Malden’s Lead Service Line Replacement Program, which has a long-term goal of removing all lead water lines and services in Malden by 2032. “Ensuring safe, clean drinking water is one of our highest priorities, and our community deserves nothing less,” said Mayor Gary Christenson. “The remarkable progress we’ve made this year reflects the hard work of our Engineering Department, Water Department and the strong partnerships we’ve built with residents, local organizations, and elected officials. Their shared commitment is driving us toward a fully lead free water system by 2032, and I am deeply grateful for the teamwork that continues to move our city forward.” Lead service lines are the small pipes connecting individual properties to the City’s water mains. While Malden and the A water dept. employee is shown working on the lead service line preplacement on Broadway recently.(Courtesy photo) MWRA’s main distribution pipes do not contain lead, older properties might still have lead service lines or other plumbing components capable of introducing lead into drinking water. Malden residents can check the city’s lead service line map to determine whether their property has a lead or galvanized service line and can contact the city’s Engineering Department for additional information or an inspection. The Malden Engineering Department handles lead-related inquiries at 781-397-7040. Malden is substantially increasing the pace of work and City officials’ goal is clear: eliminate the remaining lead service lines and achieve a lead-free water system by 2032. Christmas Bazaar November 14th S anta! The Grinch! Baked goods! White Elephant bargains! Terrific raffles! Vendors! All of this and more will be part of the Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Grace Church Hall (59 Nichols St. in Chelsea). Bring your camera to take a picture with Santa or the Grinch, buy a chance to win one of the beautiful raffles or baskets — including tickets to North Shore Music Theatre’s “A Christmas Carol” show — try different foods or homemade baked goods, pick up some delightful unique holiday gifts, check out the tempting White Elephant bargains and enjoy the music and festive atmosphere! Blessed Mother of the Morning Star Parish invites all to join us in this Fifth Annual Christmas Bazaar to welcome the Holiday Season! Free admission and free parking in lot across the street! For more information, please call 781-284-5252. CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Advocate Call now! 617-387-2200 advertise on the web at www.advocatenews.net
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