Page 2 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, October 28, 2022 For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 orInfo@advocatenews.net Rain couldn’t ruin this ribbon cutting Saugus officials join with representatives from four area cities to celebrate the completion of the Northern Strand Community Trail By Laura Eisener, Special to The Saugus Advocate D espite the heavy downpour, a stalwart group celebrated www.eight10barandgrille.com We Have Reopened for Dine-In and Outside Seating every day beginning at 4 PM WE'RE OPEN! 8 Norwood Street, Everett (617) 387-9810 STAY SAFE! the ribbon cutting Wednesday (Oct. 26) morning on the bike trail between Lincoln Avenue and Central Street. The Northern Strand Community Trail – a project that was 30 years in the making – reached a milestone this year when sections connecting Saugus with four cities (Everett, Lynn, Malden and Revere) were completed, enabling bicyclists and walkers access from inland to the coast. Many people of all ages have been enjoying the bike trail for a wide range of reasons: recreation, exercise, nature watching, and simply as a safe and convenient way to get around town for errands, work, school and appointments. “I would like to thank Governor Baker, Lieutenant Governor Polito, and Secretary Card from the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs for their support of this important regional initiative,” Saugus Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree told Malden Mayor Gary Christenson addresses the crowd. (Courtesy photo by Laura Eisener to The Saugus Advocate) Where the rail-trail runs: Here’s a map created by the Governor’s Office showing the route of the Northern Strand Trail. (Courtesy graphic to The Saugus Advocate) the raincoat-clad gathering on Wednesday. “I would also like to commend the Cities of Revere, Malden, Lynn and Everett, as well as Bike to the Sea, for their partnership and dedication in turning this multi-community effort into a reality,” Crabtree said. “In addition, I would like to thank all of the town’s volunteers and officials who contributed their ideas and suggestions, which strengthened the community vision for this important recreational staple.” The nonprofit Bike to the Sea has been working with town officials and many volunteers to make this connecting path a reality. Among those celebrating the project’s completion with Town Manager Crabtree were the mayors of Everett, Lynn, Malden and Revere – top area elected officials who are connected to the bike trail project. Paving that began in 2020 now allows people to bicycle on paved paths from Everett to Lynn, mostly along the original Saugus Branch Railroad right of way. There are signposts showing mileage, informational signs and crossing lights at many grade crossings as well as benches and bridges to make using the trail comfortable and pleasant. The trail – spearheaded by Bike to the Sea, Inc. in 1993 – is built in a continuous 7.5-mile stretch through Everett, Malden, Revere and Saugus. It also includes Lynn. A $15.5 million project The Baker-Polito Administration celebrated the completion RAIN | SEE PAGE 12
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