Page 10 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, November 7, 2025 Neighborhood View Relaunches Citizen Journalism Program in Malden Community news initiative invites residents to get involved A fter a brief hiatus, Neighborhood View—Malden’s citizen journalism project—will be relaunching this November with renewed energy and opportunities for community participation. The program invites local residents to become contributors, telling news stories that matter to Malden. A program of Urban Media Arts (UMA) since 2014, Neighborhood View was created to empower local citizens to report on local news stories and, in doing so, create a more engaged citizenry. The initiative is being relaunched under the coordination of former UMA staff member Anne D’Urso-Rose, who is now serving as an outside contractor to UMA and volunteering her time initially. She and UMA will be exploring ways to sustain the program into the future. “Neighborhood View has always been about amplifying local voices and uncovering the stories that connect us,” says D’Urso-Rose. “We’re excited to re-engage Malden residents who care about their community and want to learn how to tell its stories.” Neighborhood View is a member of the Institute for Nonprofit News, a national organization that supports nonprofit local news initiatives across the country. Recognizing the gradual disappearance of trusted local news sources, the INN provides reSt. Anthony’s Flea Market Festival of Trees 250 Revere St., Revere, Lower Hall November 8 * 2:00 - 8:00 PM November 15 * 10 - 8:00 PM Santa arrives Saturday * 12-2 Free hot dogs and chocolate milk 12-2 sources, networking and opportunities to vetted organizations delivering quality local news. “We welcome anyone who enjoys writing, photography, or exploring their community—no journalism experience is initially required,” says D’Urso-Rose. “Training for new citizen journalists will be offered after the first of the year, but interested participants are encouraged to get involved now.” In addition to reporters, the project seeks volunteers to assist with interviews, story ideas, photography, and outreach. For more information or to get involved with the program, contact Anne D’Urso-Rose, Neighborhood View Coordinator at info@neighborhoodview.org. To view the publication and subscribe (for free), visit www. neighborhoodview.org. Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/ Advocate.news.ma From left to right: Jadeane, Richie, Debbie and Ricky Sica and Mayor Gary Christenson. (Courtesy photo) CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Advocate Call now! 617-387-2200 advertise on the web at www.advocatenews.net M Celebrating a Golden Anniversary! Special to The Advocate ayor Gary Christenson recently surprised Debbie and Richie Sica at a party to celebrate their 50th Wedding Anniversary. Longtime Malden residents Debbie and Richie raised their family in Malden and are extremely proud of their two children and four grandchildren. They are active members of the Malden community where Richie has owned and operated Sica’s Automotive for decades and Debbie was involved in her children’s school as PTO President and many activities. Mayor Christenson surprised them with a Citation on behalf of the City of Malden in recognition of their milestone anniversary.
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