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Maldden alld a Vol. 33, No. 47 den -FREESubscribe to The Advocate Online for Local News & Sports! Scan Here! AADD On av e r ag e , Ma l d en residential, owner-occupied, single-family proper t y taxpayers will pay about $250 more per year in 2025. (Courtesy Photo) By Steve Freker M alden will remain one of just 17 communities out of over 350 statewide that lessen the load on the property tax bill for those who live in the homes they own, but everyone can expect to pay more just the same. The Malden City Council at its regular meeting Tuesday night CTE OCAT AT www.advocatenews.net Malden City Council approves new property tax rate for 2025 Local single-family homeowners can expect to pay about $273 more on property tax bills in 2025; owner-occupied homeowner discount of 30% retained Published Every Friday 617-387-2200 Nate Cramer Board of Assessors Chairperson unanimously agreed to set the 2025 property tax factor for both residential and commercial properties, accepting the recommendation included in a detailed presentation by Nate Cramer, Chairperson of the Malden Board of Assessors. The Councillors voted to continue off ering a 30% discount for owner-occupied property tax bills. For TAX | SEE PAGE 9 Special to Th e Advocate O n November 18, Greater Malden Asian American Community Coalition (GMAAC) was recognized by Commonwealth Seminar at its 2024 Civic Engagement Celebration & Expo as a 2024 “Game Changer” honoree. State Representative SteE Friday, November 22, 2024 Greater Malden Asian American Community Coalition recognized by Commonwealth Seminar as “Game Changer” Honoree State Representative Steven Ultrino (center) with Greater Malden Asian American Community Coalition members (Courtesy photo) ven Ultrino (D-Malden) and his offi ce are proud to have nominated GMAAC for their work in COALITION | SEE PAGE 7 Local resident among three new experts added to MyRWA Board of Directors Special to Th e Advocate T he Mystic River Watershed Association (MyRWA) is pleased to announce the addition of Karen Colón Hayes, William “Pepper” Denman and Beatriz Gómez Mouakad to its Board of Directors on October 22, 2024. These new members are active volunteers at MyRWA and in their communities, as well as having expertise in social science, health, board leadership, urban development, municipal leadership and strategic planning. Karen Colón Hayes is a Malden Councillor-at-Large and the fi rst Puerto Rican to hold this position. Her degree is in Social Science and Psychology and she has over 25 years in leadership and director level positions, including psychiatry research at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Director of Human Services and Community Beatriz Gómez Mouakad (Courtesy photo) Karen Colón Hayes (Courtesy photo) William “Pepper” Denman (Courtesy photo) MYRWA | SEE PAGE 9

Page 2 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, November 22, 2024 Advertise in The Advocate 617-387-2200 Harvard’s American Repertory Theater selects Malden High School for prestigious theater program MHS one of just six schools in Massachusetts chosen for Lavine Learning Lab initiative this year By Steve Freker T Need a hall for your special event? The Schiavo Club, located at 71 Tileston Street, Everett is available for your Birthdays, Anniversaries, Sweet 16 parties and more? For more info, call (857) 249-7882 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. Announcing our Classic Specials Dine In Only: * FREE Salad with purchase of Entree, Tuesdays & Wednesdays * Cheese Pizza - Only $10 Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s Scan & Follow Us on Facebook! he city of Malden’s love and support of the arts, including theater, is personifi ed in its rich and vibrant acting platform at Malden High School, the Play Production class. Fittingly, tonight, a week after Malden High’s theater program received perhaps its most prestigious honor, its students will perform in the fi rst of two consecutive shows of the hit Broadway musical “Pippin” at the school’s Jenkins Auditorium. This past Friday, two of the biggest supporters of the Malden High School theater program – Malden Mayor Gary Christenson and MHS 8th-year Principal Chris Mastrangelo – joined fi rst-year Superintendent of Schools Dr. Timothy Sippel, high school staff members and Malden High Class of 2024 senior Addison McWayne to take part in an important ceremony at the Loeb Drama Center in Cambridge. The Loeb Drama Center is the main stage of the American Repertory Theater (EXPERIENCE the A.R.T.) at Harvard University, located on Brattle Street in Cambridge. Harvard’s A.R.T. is considered “a leading force in American theater,” having won a Tony Award as well as a Pulitzer Prize. Last Friday, Nov. 14, Malden High School was honored as just one of six high schools in all of Massachusetts selected to participate in the Lavine Learning Lab at the American Repertory Theater complex. Joining Mayor Christenson, Supt. Sippel and Principal Mastrangelo at the presentation, where the MHS Play Production program was featured, were its lead educators, Jen Clapp and Ariana Messana. MHS choral music educator Todd Cole also is involved in the Play Production classes. Both Mayor Christenson and www.810bargrille.com Mastrangelo have not missed many (if any!) of the twice-yearly Play Production performances in many years. “The students and staff who put in so much time and passion into these performances is simply amazing,” Mastrangelo said. “They seem to raise the bar with every MALDEN HIGH SCHOOL SELECTED FOR AMERICAN REPERTORY THEATER (A.R.T.) PROGRAM: Attending a ceremony where it was announced that MHS will be part of a select, intensive theater program at Harvard University’s A.R.T. as part of a grant from the Lavine Family Foundation, were, pictured from left to right: Front row: MHS Play Production educators Jen Clapp and Ariana Messana; back row: MHS Principal Chris Mastrangelo, Mayor/School Committee Chairperson Gary Christenson, MHS senior Addison McWayne, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Timothy Sippel and Malden Public Schools Director of History/Social Studies, Visual and Performing Arts Gerard Tannetta. (Courtesy/Malden Public Schools Photo) new production,” he added, with his words echoed by the Mayor. According to a story published this week in the Harvard Gazette, “The Lavine Learning Lab uses A.R.T. productions as the foundation for student workshops that bridge the arts, humanities, and social and emotional learning, fostering lasting relationships between the theater and its young audience.” As part of the program, for each production, students participate in an introductory in-school workshop centered around the production’s “Essential Questions” and a pre-show workshop at A.R.T. held alongside a second Learning Lab school, exploring one of the production’s themes or elements, followed by dinner and a performance. Then will come a postshow, in-school student-led workshop for students “to unpack their own perspectives and those of others.” In addition, two educators from each participating school – in this case, Clapp and Messana from MHS – join a Professional Learning Community in which A.R.T. facilitates ongoing collaborative learning and provides professional development. Malden High senior Addison McWayne has already begun reaping benefi ts from her participation in the Lavine Learning Lab, as she took part in a pilot program the previous school year. “I feel like a lot of my analytical skills have been reinforced and retaught in the Learning Lab, but I’ve also taken the vulnerability that I feel when I’m in the lab and applied it to other parts of my life,” McWayne said in the Gazette story. “This experience has provided me with opportunities to speak up for myself and to share my opinion, which has made me a stronger and more confi dent person.” The Lavine Learning Lab is supported by a $5 million gift from The Crimson Lion / Lavine Family Foundation, which was founded by Bain Capital Chair Jonathan Lavine, M.B.A. ’92, and Jeannie Lavine ’88, M.B.A. ’92, to support nonprofit organizations focused on leveling the playing fi eld for individuals and families.

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, November 22, 2024 Page 3 City hosts Fellsmere Pond tree lighting Nov. 30 at 4 PM City to host annual Tree Lighting at Fellsmere Pond on Nov. 30 C ity Councillors Craig Spadafora and Amanda Linehan invite members of the public to attend Malden’s annual Tree Lighting ceremony at Fellsmere Pond on Saturday, Nov. 30 starting at dusk (4 p.m.). Hot chocolate and special cookies to commemorate Malden’s 375th Anniversary will be served, with holiday songs performed by the Malden High School Choral Arts Society. New this year, pets are invited to come dressed in festive attire and enjoy a “pup cup” of whipped cream, and, of course, the event wouldn’t be complete without a visit from Santa! Free on-street parking is available on the Savin Street side of the park. For more information, visit CityofMalden.org. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers The holiday spirit begins in Malden with the annual lighting of the Fellsmere Pond Holiday Tree, as shown in last year’s photo. J oin us as we kick off the holiday season in style! Councillor-at-Large Craig Spadafora, Ward 3 Councillor Amanda Linehan, Mayor Gary Christenson and the Malden 375th Anniversary Committee warmly invite everyone to the annual lighting of the Fellsmere Pond Holiday Tree on Saturday, November 30, at 4 p.m. This beloved community tradition promises to be an enchanting evening fi lled with the beauty of twinkling lights and the joyful sounds of the Malden High School Choral Art Society. Their lovely performances are sure to fi ll your heart with holiday cheer! Bring your family and friends to enjoy special treats, such as delicious hot chocolate, and don’t miss the chance to meet Santa himself! This is a fantastic opportunity to gather as a community and celebrate the season of giving and joy. Mark your calendars and prepare for an evening of fun and festivities! We can’t wait to see you there! at 617-387-2200 or Info@ advocatenews.net He’s Back...and Better Than Ever! John A. Fitzpatrick (Fitzy) Sales & Lease Consultant Direct: 617.410.1030 Main: 617.381.9000 Cell: 617.279.9962 jfitzpatrick@mcgovernauto.com jfitzpatrick McGovern Automotive Group 100 Broadway, Rte. 99, Everett

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Page 6 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, November 22, 2024 ~ Malden Musings ~ Dave O’Brien Thanksgiving Day 1977 Revisited By Peter Levine I t’s never too early to start getting hyped for Malden vs. Medford on Thanksgiving Day! This isn’t just any high school rivalry, it’s one of the oldest in the country, going strong since 1889. That’s the same year Malden’s own Erle Stanley Gardner, famed author of the Perry Mason series, was born. Gardner’s roots run deep here: He even took inspiration from Malden for his character Della Street, named after Malden’s own Dell Street by Roosevelt Park. A piece of Malden is immortalized every time Perry Mason airs on MeTV, but this football game brings it all to life. If you’re from Malden – or Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 Cedar impression half rounds even if you’ve just arrived – you’ve probably experienced the electric Thanksgiving tradition: cheering on friends, neighbors and family from the stands. And while today’s crowds may not hit the epic 18,500 who turned out in 1929, the passion is as fi erce as ever. This game is about so much more than a score; it’s a yearly chapter in a living legacy. No one captured that spirit better than Matthew Washington Bullock, Malden High School’s fi rst African American head coach and a Harvard Law School graduate. Bullock, who left the South in 1889 with his family – formerly enslaved parents and seven siblings with only $10 between them – understood the gravity of this tradition. He once said, “The season does not begin until Thanksgiving Day, and should we lose that game, my work for the season will be a rank failure.” His words capture what this game has always meant to Malden: heart, grit and an unwavering sense of pride. Thanksgiving Day isn’t just a game; it’s a celebration of Malden’s resilience, history and community. So, whether you’re a longtime fan or gearing up for your fi rst match, get ready to be part of something historic. Here is Malden High School Class of 1977 Dave O’Brien relating his football/Thanksgiving Day experience as only Obie can: “We tend to focus on, and recall more often, the endings of our experiences. Journeys fi nd their meaning in the outcome. It’s called The Grand Finale for a reason. “Perhaps unsurprisingly, it turns out that seniors who lose more than half of their games but win the Thanksgiving Game often report higher levels of satisfaction with their fi nal season in particular and better memories of their entire boyhood football experience in general than seniors who win more than half of their games but lose the Thanksgiving Game. “Endings are more eventful. But beginnings are where we start. THE FUTURE IS NOW: Pictured from left to right are MHS Football Captains Earl Fevrier, Kevin Exilhomme, Matt Brito, James Hyppolite and Aidan Brett. (Dorothy Levine photo) “Before I even hear of Pop Warner, I play one-on-one tackle with Anthony Pasquale on the lawn of the haunted house on Auburn Street. He is younger, but bigger. He moves to Medford. “1970. I am eleven. And I’m a troubled kid. My brother Danny has died that summer after getting hit by a car. I don’t cry at the memorial service. Not even when they play Bridge Over Troubled Water. But stay tuned. “Coach Marsinelli makes me a captain of Malden’s fi rst C-Squad. We lose every game and have fun doing it. I am thrown out of four games for fi ghting. But Mars gets me. And he doesn’t give up on me. And he goes to bat for me when a referee tries to ban me from playing. “At the banquet he gives me a trophy and tells everyone I play the game the way it is meant to be played. “1971. I move up to A-Squad and start at left guard. I don’t wash my practice uniform. I mean, ever. I have to leave it on the back porch. It turns from white to brown and smells like a MUSINGS| SEE PAGE 16 Monogram D4 Double siding Harvey Vinyl 66 Replacement Windows Custom Aluminum Trim work Windows & Doors Top quality Vinyl Siding! •Vinyl Siding •Carpentry Work •Decks •Roofing •Free Estimates •Replacement Windows •Fully Licensed •Fully Insured

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, November 22, 2024 Page 7 COALITION | FROM PAGE 1 civic engagement and community action in the Greater Malden area. Commonwealth Seminar is a nonprofi t organization with a mission of “Opening the Doors of Government to Everyone.” The Commonwealth Seminar offers intensive training programs focused on teaching diverse leaders how the legislative process works. Their program teaches participants all aspects of the legislative process from budget processes to advocacy. The goal of Commonwealth LEGISLATION | FROM PAGE 4 nosed,” said Representative Lipper-Garabedian. “I was proud to join the legislature to pass this critical legislation that will ensure Massachusetts residents are aff orded the opportunity to access all necessary screenings for breast cancer detection. Early detection saves lives, and this bill will allow Massachusetts to remain a national leader in providing screenings and care.” Seminar is to encourage diverse leaders to become eff ective advocates and to pursue careers in public service. “I am proud to have nominated the Greater Malden Asian American Community Coalition for the ‘Game Changer’ award,” said Representative Ultrino. “This recognition is a testament to their unwavering commitment to public service, civic engagement, and positive change they bring to our community. I am thrilled to celebrate this well-deserved achievement!” More info about GMAAC can be found at https://www. gmaacc.org/ According to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, breast cancer was the leading cancer among Massachusetts women between 2016 and 2020, accounting for over 30% of all new cancer diagnoses in the state, affl icting more than 30,000 individuals and resulting in 4,010 deaths. According to the American Cancer Society, when breast cancer is localized and detected early, the fi ve year relative survival rate is 99%. Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma More Choices. More Savings. LOCK IT IN WHILE YOU CAN. YOU PICK. 12, 18 OR 24-MONTH CD. 4.25% Member FDIC | Member DIF APY* *Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate of the date posted and is subject to change without notice. APY assumes the interest remains on deposit until maturity. A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. A minimum of $500 is required to open a Certificate of Deposit and earn the advertised APY. There’s Every Bank, Then There’s It’s Time to Review Your Medicare Plan Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period is October 15 — December 7 Plan benefits may change from year to year, so it’s important to see if there might be another option that works better. This may be the only time to change your plan and enroll in a Medicare plan. I am a licensed insurance agent and can provide a no-cost, no-obligation review of the Medicare plans available in your area. You Can Get It All in One Plan With a Medicare Advantage Plan, you get all the Medicare-covered services provided by Original Medicare and sometimes more. Most Medicare Advantage Plans include drug coverage (Part D). Insurance companies may also offer more than one plan in an area, with different benefits and costs. I represent multiple insurance companies so that means you can see more options that work for you. I’ll help you find a plan where your medical and drug benefits are covered in one plan and better fit your budget. All it takes is one phone call. Contact Me to Find Out More! Jordan Goudreau 978-852-4923 or Archangel Advisors (TTY:711) Nick Brunzell 305-710-4130 J.Archangel@Outlook.com This is a solicitation of insurance. Contact may be made by an insurance agent or insurance company. Not affiliated with or endorsed by any government entity or agency. We do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently, we represent 2 organizations, which offer products in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE (TTY: 1-877-486-2048), 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all your options. CareFree384a 8/2023 27

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THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, November 22, 2024 Page 9 TAX | FROM PAGE 1 an average Malden single-family residential property taxpayer, this will mean about a $2,800 savings. The Council also voted to adopt a property tax rate of $11.33 per $1,000 of assessed value for Residential Property and $17.54 per $1,000 of assessed value for Commercial Property. The new rates are less than last year’s 2024 rate of $11.70 Residential and $18.20 Commercial, but they will not reflect a drop in taxes since the property value assessments continue to soar in Malden. Specifically, last year’s 2024 average residential property was assessed at $743,873. This year’s average residential property assessed value is $792,121, an increase of nearly $50,000 per property, or, 6.71% higher. Commercial properties’ assessed value will be less on paper, but the assessed average value of commercial property was $1,287,943 in 2024, but is up 10.6% in average assessed value in just a year, to $1,424,960 in 2025. The average residential property owner in Malden who owns a single-family home can expect to see an increase of between $250-$273 in 2024. Commercial property owners MYRWA| FROM PAGE 1 Outreach for the City of Malden. She sits on various boards, including at Metro North Housing Corp., which develops and manages affordable housing, the Community Health Advisory Council for Cambridge Health Alliance and the North Shore Hispanic Association. She is a member of Zonta International, a global organization building a better world for women, a founding member of Malden Community Organizing for Racial Equity (MaldenCORE) and Friends of Oak Grove, Inc. where she helps build community connections through activities and events. Her passions include her family and spending time in green and blue spaces, especially the Malden River! She is on the Malden River Works Steering Committee, where she advocates for access to the river in Malden. “Making nature, as well as green and blue spaces, accessible to everyone is not only a matter of equity but also essential for the health of individuals and communities. I am honored to have a role in helping to advance the will see a property tax increase of approximately $1,550 in 2025. For example, the average tax bill for residential owners with the exemption will be $6,063, without the exemption, $8,973. Cramer reported that in Malden just under 8,000 (7,998) residential properties will be eligible for the owner-occupied 30% discount in 2025, down from an average of 8,500 in past years. “We are seeing less and less owner-occupied residences in Malden,” Cramer said, describing what is becoming a trend. Another trend, one that has become closely watched by the City Council in recent years, is the rise in percentage real estate growth in Malden; as residential stock increased 6% in the past year commercial real estate increased only 3% in the past year. Ward 4 Councillor Ryan O’Malley asked Cramer for some specifics on how to apply for the 30% owner-occupied exemption, or rebate. Malden’s Chief Assessor said the deadline for applying for the next bill is April 1, 2025. Despite the fact that initial property tax bills are issued in January, residential taxpayers have until April 1 to apply for the exemption. On another O’Malley question, Cramer confirmed the owner-occupied exemption would carry over important work of the Mystic River Watershed Association,” said Colón Hayes. Winchester resident Dr. William “Pepper” Denman has lived in the Mystic River watershed for almost 35 years and has become an avid herring counter, tree planter and litter remover! He and his wife Stephanie are passionate about working to protect and remediate our natural treasures. He is on the board of the Museum of Science and several commercial boards. Somerville Ward 5 Councillor Beatriz Gómez Mouakad has more than 25 years’ experience in construction, urban development, strategic planning and project management. She is an active community volunteer, including being on the boards of Groundwork Somerville, the Somerville Community Corporation and Somerville Youth Soccer League. She is a founding member of Padres Latinos, the Somerville volunteer organization formed during the COVID-19 Pandemic to advocate and increase access to resources for the Latino immigrant community in Somerville. “I see the space we inhabit is an from one year to the next with no new application necessary unless the property’s deed changed. Cramer also noted there were about 50 property tax abatement requests last year, most of them by property taxpayers challenging the property’s valuation. He said that’s a realistic number, in that if it dropped to lows of the teens, for example, it would be an indication that the assessments were too low as to real valuation. Some other statistics shared included the average valuations in surrounding communities with the 30% residential exemptions, average tax bills and rates. Malden has an average valuation of $740,867 with a rate of $11.33 per $1,000 of valuation and bill of $6,063 with the exemption. Only Chelsea and Everett are lower in nearby communities, Chelsea with an average bill of $5,603 with the residential exemption with assessed residential value $724,617 and a rate of $11.90 per $1,000. Everett is $5,893, $685,652, $11.46. —Boston is $6,703, $946,404, $10.90 —Cambridge is $6,810, $1,643,373, $10.46 —Somerville is $7,549, $1,100,993, $10.52 interconnected system. Protecting the watershed and providing access to nature for all people is part of the equation that will allow resiliency in our changing climate and the health of our community. Nature is the common bond that connects humans across cultures and to allow for greater equity we need to allow access to all green spaces and watersheds,” said Gómez Mouakad. “It is truly an honor to join the MyRWA in their mission to allow easy and safe access to nature for all and in their advocacy for environmental justice because our community is just part of the greater whole that is our ecosystem. At MyRWA’s annual meeting, Erga Pierrette and Julie Ing Stern were reelected to second terms on the Board of Directors. The board, which is now 17 members strong, is charged with organizational oversight, leadership in strategic planning and connecting to the wider community. MyRWA is led by professional staff and also organizes thousands of volunteers working together. 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Page 10 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, November 22, 2024 MVES Caregiver Red Carpet event A special celebration on Nov. 14 M ystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) organized the Caregiver Red Carpet event in honor of National Family Caregivers Month, and also to recognize the dedication of caregivers year-round. Lisa Gresci, 7News reporter, served as Master of Ceremonies for the event. More than 200 guests, including many elected officials and dignitaries, joined MVES at Anthony’s of Malden to help celebrate. Gresci quoted the late Rosalynn Carter during her remarks: “There are only four kinds of people in the world. Those who have been caregivers. Those who are currently caregivers. Those who will be caregivers, and those who will need a caregiver.” She then invited all the caregivers, past and present, to stand up and be recognized. Gresci led the guests in a round of thundering applause in recognition of the dedication of our community’s caregivers. Mass. Executive Office of Elder Affairs Assistant Secretary Jodi Breidel presented a proclamation of November as Family Caregiver Month in Massachusetts – signed by Governor Maura Healey. Noting there are nearly one million unpaid caregivers in the state, Breidel observed, “That means family caregivers play a crucial role in home and community support systems by helping thousands of individuals who are in need – with disabilities and also special needs – to live and thrive in the communities of their choice.” A performance by the Sandi B Band helped make the MVES Caregiver Red Carpet eventjoyful and celebratory. (Courtesy photo) Video messages recorded by U.S. Senator Edward Markey and U.S. Congresswoman Kather7News reporter Lisa Gresci (center) – MC for the Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) Caregiver Red Carpet event – MVES Director of Clinical Services Lisa Jimenez (left) and MVES CEO Lisa Gurgone (right) (Courtesy photo) MVES CEO Lisa Gurgone received a proclamation of November as Family Caregiver Month in Malden, presented by Mayor Gary Christenson. (Courtesy photo) Over 200 people attended the Caregiver Red Carpet event hosted by Mystic Valley Elder Services, including residents of Everett, Malden, Revere and Saugus. (Courtesy photo) ine Clark were played, addressing the daily efforts of caregivers and the work that has been done, and remains to be done, to support them from Washington. The MVES Caregiver Red Carpet was a truly joyful event, with guests enjoying luncheon, dancing to music by the Sandi B Band and having fun with props and costumes at a photo booth. There was an Innovator Showcase featuring products and services uniquely designed to support caregivers and their loved ones. A series of raffles were a highlight, with all winners being drawn from the caregivers. State Senator Patricia Jehlen Caregiver families posed with Mass. Executive Office of Elder Affairs Assistant Secretary Jodi Breidel (center) and a proclamation of Family Caregiver Month in Massachusetts that was signed by Governor Maura Healey. (Courtesy photo) and Mayors Gary Christenson of Malden, Breanna Lungo-Koehn of Medford and Jennifer Grigoraitis of Melrose were on hand to help make it a special day Caregiver Renee Saini and her mother, Kalwant Kaur, of Malden, chatted with Grace Albert of the Medford Council on Aging. (Courtesy photo) for caregivers. MVES Board and Committee members and partners from local Councils on Aging also helped celebrate. MVES CEO Lisa Gurgone noted the sacrifices and dedication of each and every individual who supports their loved one. “Your commitment to caring for others is really inspiring and so important,” she said. To learn more about Caregiver Support at MVES, please visit www.mves.org or call 781-3247705. Anyone caring for an adult age 60 or older, or for someone with memory loss, is eligible. The program is also open to anyone age 55 or older who is caring for an adult with a disability or for a child under 18, such as a grandchild. (Courtesy photo) Caregivers, their loved ones and their supporters hit the dance floor to celebrate. (Courtesy photo)

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, November 22, 2024 Page 11 ~Excellence in the Malden Public Schools~ ‘AND THEY’RE OFF! Salemwood K-8 Students and Staff team up at ‘Girls on the Run’ & ‘Heart and Sole’ event Dozens of Malden girls participate in ‘fun run,’ culture-building program held at Suffolk Downs in Revere A large group of Salemwood School “Girls on the Run” participants (Courtesy Photo/Salemwood School) “A huge thank you to our families for being our students’ running buddies and for coming out to root them on,” Principal Van added. “Each year the event gets bigger and bigger. The excitement and awesome energy of our students, families and staff makes it even more amazing. So much fun was had by all!” If We Happen To Meet By Accident ... You’ll Be Glad You Found Us! Salemwood K-8 School Principal Van Huynh (fi rst row, fi rst at left) and the “Girls on the Run” and “Heart and Sole” coaches are shown at Suff olk Downs for the 5K race. (Courtesy Photo/Salemwood School) By Steve Freker ‘A nd they’re off !’ That time-honored race-starting shout – blasted from the Suff olk Downs P.A. system thousands of times during its nearly 85-year tenure – took on a whole new meaning Saturday. At the former Revere racing mecca, hundreds of young girls, their family members and others joined together to participate in the ever-popular “Girls on the Run” and “Heart and Sole” event, a regional 5K hosted by the national organization dedicated to teaching life skills to students from grades 3 to 8. Included in the group were dozens of girls and a hearty contingent of staff members from Malden’s Salemwood K-8 School, led by Principal Van Huynh. Salemwood School has been an enthusiastic participant in the national “Girls on the Run” program, which focuses on girls in grades 3-5, and according to information provided on its website, “inspires participants of all abilities to recognize their individual strengths while building a sense of connection in a team setting.” At the end of the season, the team completes a 5K together, “which provides a tangible sense of accomplishment and sets a confi dent mindset into motion.” Building on the success of the initial “Girls on the Run,” the same program added “Heart and Sole” for girls in grades 6-8. According to “Girls on the Run,” “Our Heart & Sole middle school program meets the unique needs of participants of all abilities in 6th-8th grade. “The program considers the whole person – body, brain, heart, spirit and social connection. Heart & Sole off ers an inclusive place of belonging, where team members feel supported and inspired to explore their emotions, cultivate empathy and strengthen their physical and emotional health.” Principal Van said she is always inspired by the response of her students, families and staff members who join together in participating in this valuable event. “What a great day for a Girls on the Run and Heart and Sole 5K event at Suff olk Downs!” the Salemwood principal said. “Our students, families and staff rocked it!” Principal Van noted that the transportation bus left the school at 6:40 a.m. sharp, and everyone joined in the pre-race stretching and instruction, just before the big event went off without a hitch. She had a lot of “thank yous” to pass around, including the Girls on the Run coaches – Andie Siegal, Syndey Moulaison, Molly Barone, Laura Kelley, Ali Machado, Kathleen McGourthy and Jacqueline Errera – and Heart and Soul coaches Aimee Fox, Samjhana Gurung and Serena Lau-Brazell. Principal Van also thanked her Salemwood administration team of Assistant Principals Jane Wright, Kristen Reidy and Lauren McGonagle for “supporting, participating and cheering our runners on!” There is a difference between the rest and the BEST! Celebrating 46 Years In Business! TONY’S AUTO BODY Call or Visit 781-321-0032 34 Sharon Street Malden, MA 02148 TONYSAUTOBODYLLC.COM COME VISIT OUR STATE OF THE ART BODY SHOP • Computerized Paint Matching (State of the Art Spray Booth) • Computerized Frame Machines • P.P.G. Refinishing System • R134 + 1234yf A/C Machines Fully Insured -RS2415 Insurance Company Approval ALL OUR WORK IS GUARANTEED! TONY BARTOLO Owner 46 Years Let Us Handle Your Next Insurance Claim. Go With the BEST It Doesn’t Get BETTER! RENTAL CARS Available

Page 12 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, November 22, 2024 Bridge Recovery Center/Recovery on the Harbor Host Successful Halloween Party Special to The Advocate T he Bridge Recovery Center, in collaboration with the Devine Recovery Center and Recovery on the Harbor, hosted a Halloween Party on October 26, 2024, at its home on Commercial Street in Malden. The evening was filled with Disney characters, witches, monsters (make-believe!) and over 200 guests, including recovery community members, their families and allies. Pizza, dinner sandwiches and plenty of desserts kept the party-goers wellfed. A spooky eyeball punch and candy apples were a big Halloween treat! The DJ played a great variety of music while guests carved pumpkins, made crafts and posed in the photo booth. The party took place inside and outside, as the weather cooperated! Several costumes warranted “best costume’ prizes: a stegosaurus dinosaur, Disney’s Coraline, some pirates, a werewolf and many more! All of the winners took home gift cards for their efforts. A Bridge member also won a gift card for coming the closest to guessing the number of candy corn in the jar! As always, a huge shout out to all the members, volunteers and staff from all three centers who collaborated to make this such a special night!

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Page 14 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, November 22, 2024 Malden Catholic announces 2024 Brother Daniel Cremin C.F.X. Athletics Hall of Fame inductees Induction ceremony and banquet set for November 26 at Danversport Special to The Advocate M alden Catholic’s Athletics Hall of Fame was established in 1989 to celebrate the institution’s strong athletic history and outstanding individual athletes, teams, coaches and volunteers with a formal induction into the Malden Catholic (MC) Hall of Fame. In 2023, the MC Hall of Fame was renamed after the school’s longest-serving Xaverian Brother, Brother Daniel Cremin, C.F.X., who spent 23 years at the school coaching and teaching physical education instruction and as a counselor. Following are this year’s inductees, who will be honored at a dinner and induction ceremony at the Danversport venue in Danvers on Tuesday, November 26. *** DENNIS BELL, TENNIS, Class of 2012 A standout athlete, Dennis was a four-year varsity starter and served as captain during his senior year. Bell, the first-ever tennis player to receive this honor, is the winningest tennis player in the school’s history with 47 career wins. He was a 3x Catholic Conference All-Star (2010, 2011, 2012) and a key figure in leading Malden Catholic’s tennis team to the MIAA playoffs each of his four years. Bell qualified for the MIAA State Individual Tournament three times (2010, 2011, 2012), earned the Coach’s Award in 2011 and was named the team’s Most Valuable Player in 2012. SCOTT LAYTON, FOOTBALL & LACROSSE, Class of 2012 Scott Layton was a two-sport standout athlete for the MC football and lacrosse teams. He was a three-year varsity football starter and two-year varsity lacrosse The 2004 MC Lacrosse Team, which was Catholic Conference Champ and MIAA Division 1 State Finals Runner up – led by Hall of Fame Head Coach Rick Mazzei – will be inducted into the Malden Catholic Brother Daniel Cremin C.F.X. Athletics Hall of Fame on November 26. (Courtesy Photo) starter. He was awarded Catholic Conference All-Star in his junior and senior years of football and senior year of lacrosse. In his senior year, he was named the Most Valuable Player by his coaches for football and lacrosse. That year, he was elected captain of both teams and was selected as a Top 25 linemen in Massachusetts for the 2011 preseason by The Boston Globe. He was elected to the Eastern Mass. All-Star Team in his senior year and was selected to play in the Shriners & Agganis AllStar Football Games. He recordBrother Daniel Cremin C.F.X. is shown in front of the display about the Hall of Fame which bears his name. The display is located in the foyer of Malden Catholic High School. The 2024 Hall of Fame induction is set for November 26. (Courtesy Photo) ed 61 tackles, 12 TFL and 3 sacks from his Noseguard position in his senior year. He also reached the end zone 3 times that year as a fullback. Scott was awarded the school spirit award and outstanding team spirit award. He went on to play football for Merrimack College. MARC McDERMOTT, FOOTBALL & BASEBALL, Class of 2002 Marc McDermott was a twosport standout in football and baseball. He played three years of varsity football and baseball and was the team captain in both sports his senior year. In his sophomore year he batted .410 and won the Offensive player of the year award in baseball. During his junior year he led the Catholic Conference with 1,541 yards passing while also batting .400 in baseball and winning the Silver Slugger award. In his senior year he was named offensive player of the year in football while also winning the John A. Saragosa award for excellence in athletics and academics. Marc ended his football career with 3,000 yards passing and 25 touchdown passes. He went on to play football at 1-AA Wagner College. JACK McGLYNN, FOOTBALL, HOCKEY, OUTDOOR TRACK, Class of 1964 Jack McGlynn was a three-sport athlete and excelled at all: football, hockey and track. It was his success as a goaltender on some of Malden Catholic’s most decorated hockey teams that earned him his call to the Malden Catholic Brother Daniel Cremin C.F.X. Athletics Hall of Fame. Jack tended net for the then called “Blue Blades” as they earned the Class A Catholic Conference Championship in 1963 and 1964, both years besting Catholic Memorial in the finals, where his brother Dick was a defenseman. He was the backbone of the 1963 team that were crowned the Northeast Hockey Champions and made it to the Final Four of the state tournament. Jack was noted for his outstanding play during the tourney run, giving up just five goals in four games and with more than 40 saves. As a junior Jack was a second team All-State selection and as a senior, he was the only Blue Blade to be selected as a North Shore League All-Star, giving up 29 goals in 14 games with two shutouts. Jack received a scholarship to Kimball Union Academy and went on to play Division 1 hockey at Colgate University. For more than 50 years, Jack has made extraordinary contributions to the MC community, including serving on the Board of Trustees, spearheading the first alumni

golf tournament and providing scholarship support through the St. Francis Xavier Society. Jack is grandfather to two MC grads: Jack Stone ’18 (current MC Theology teacher) and Buckley “Bo” Moody ’24. JUSTIN PIPPY, FOOTBALL & BASEBALL, Class of 1991 Justin Pippy was a standout athlete at MC. He was a three-year varsity letterman in football, serving as captain his senior year. That same year, he was named team MVP, a two-time Catholic Conference All-Star and a three-time Daily News-Mercury All-Scholastic. His stellar quarterback performance, highlighted by 3,288 passing yards and 25 touchdowns over 23 games, set career passing records at the time. His exceptional play earned him a Boston Globe Division 1 All-Star selection and a football scholarship to Boston College. Pippy was also a two-year varsity letterman in baseball, where he captained the team his senior year and was named team MVP and a two-time Catholic Conference All-Star. At the senior awards night, he was honored with the prestigious Saragosa Award for excellence in athletics and scholarship. After graduating, Pippy went on to a successful career in the IT industry. For the past 20 years, he has worked at All Lines Technology in various sales and management roles and currently serves as the company’s Chief Revenue Officer. He has lived in Pittsburgh for 25 years with his wife Ann and daughters Alexa and Jessa. JASON RICHARDSON, FOOTBALL & WRESTLING, Class of 2004 Jason Richardson was a twosport standout in football and wrestling. He was a 3-year starter and letterman for varsity football and wrestling. In his junior and senior years, he was named a Catholic Conference All-Star for both sports. For football, in his senior year he was selected as a team captain, awarded Team MVP, named an Eastern Mass. All-Star and selected to play in the Agganis All-Star game. During his senior year for wrestling, he was ranked in the state top 10 for the Heavyweight weight class, won the Weymouth Tournament, and was undefeated against the heavyweight Catholic Conference champ and placed 2nd at Sectionals and 3rd at the state tournament. At the THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, November 22, 2024 legiate level. Page 15 end of the year awards ceremony, he was the recipient of the Award for Excellence in Athletics & Scholarship. BRIAN TOBIN, LACROSSE, Class of 2002 Brian Tobin played a pivotal role in shaping the success of the school’s lacrosse program. A four-year varsity starter, Tobin was a cornerstone of the team’s dominance, driving MC to three consecutive undefeated Catholic Conference championships. His outstanding leadership earned him the role of team captain in both his junior and senior years, while his on-field performance made him a 3-time Catholic Conference All-Star. Tobin’s offensive prowess was undeniable; he was named Offensive Midfielder of the Year three times and finished his high school career with an impressive 175 goals and 150 assists. He was also selected to the Eastern Mass. All-Star team three times, cementing his legacy as one of the top players in the region. Tobin’s excellence on the field extended to the collegiate level, where he went on to play Division 1 lacrosse at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. the Suffolk University Baseball Hall of Fame. Turilli also excelled in the semi-professional Inter-City League, where he played for seven seasons, winning four league championships and earning AllStar recognition each year. His achievements culminated in his induction into the Inter-City League Hall of Fame. In addition to his athletic success, Turilli holds both an undergraduate degree and an MBA from Suffolk University. He currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer for Solution Health System in New Hampshire. DEVIN VISCONTI, WRESTLING, Class of 2011 Devin Visconti made a name for himself as one of the school’s top wrestlers at MC as a 3-time CathKYLE VISCONTI, WRESTLING, Class of 2011 Kyle Visconti, alongside his brother Devin, belongs in the group of the top wrestlers ever to attend MC. He was a 4-time Catholic Conference All-Star. As a junior in 2010, he had a regular season record of 38-0. Kyle received the title of NHSCA National All-American. He was the Division II Central Champion, All-New England Champion and Division II State Champion and received the Division II Outstanding Wrestler Award. He finished in fourth place at the All-State Championships. In his senior year, Kyle continued where he left off, becoming the Division II State Champion, and was named Co-MVP of that season alongside his brother Devin. He completed his high school career with an outstanding overall record of 171-30. Kyle went on to wrestle at Ohio State University, continuing his athletic journey at the collegiate level. The Visconti Brothers, Devin and Kyle (shown above) are known as the most successful wrestlers in MC school history. Both will be inducted into the Malden Catholic Brother Daniel Cremin C.F.X. Athletics Hall of Fame on November 26. (Courtesy Photo) MICHAEL TURILLI, BASEBALL, Class of 1983 Michael Turilli – for his exceptional baseball career and professional accomplishments – a 3-year varsity starter, Turilli captained the team his senior year and led the Lancers in batting average for three consecutive seasons. He earned two Catholic Conference League All-Star honors and was named MVP of the league as a senior. That same year, he helped MC capture a share of the Catholic Conference League championship, highlighted by his two home runs in a playoff victory over Somerville. Continuing his athletic career at Suffolk University, Turilli started all four years, earned MVP honors as a senior and was voted to the Division III All-New England team as both a junior and senior. His team was later inducted into olic Conference All-Star and was voted a team captain twice. As a junior in 2010, he was a finalist in the All-State Tournament, Division II Central Champion, Division II State Finalist and New England Finalist at 135 pounds, finishing his season with an impressive 39-2 record. His standout performance earned him a spot on the Boston Herald All-Scholastic Team that year. In his senior year, Devin continued his dominance, becoming the Division II State Champion, All-State Tournament Champion and New England Champion at 145 pounds, capping off a perfect 50-0 season. He was named to The Boston Globe All-Scholastic Team that year. He was also named Co-MVP of that season with his brother Kyle. He completed his high school career with an outstanding overall record of 163-27. Devin went on to wrestle at Ohio State University, continuing his athletic journey at the colJACK WILKINS, HOCKEY, Class of 1971 Jack Wilkins was a key member of what is widely considered one of the greatest hockey lines in MC history: the legendary “POW Line” of Powers, O’Neil and Wilkins. Together, this trio shattered state scoring records and became an unstoppable force on the ice. During their senior year, Wilkins’ skill and leadership helped guide the team to an exceptional 22-1-1 record – they captured the Catholic Conference Tournament Championship, the North Shore League Championship and the Essex County Championship. His pivotal role in the team’s success secured his place in the annals of MC hockey history. 2004 BOYS LACROSSE TEAM The 2004 Boys Lacrosse Team will be inducted into the MC Hall of Fame in recognition of their historic season. The team finished the year with a remarkable 21-2 record, securing the Catholic Conference Championship after an undefeated league run and advancing to the Division 1 State Finals. During what was already shaping up to be an exceptional season, the team was struck by the tragic loss of a beloved teammate. What could have shattered their spirits instead became the catalyst for an extraordinary display of resilience, brotherhood and determination. The players rallied together, choosing to honor their fallen teammate by dedicating the rest of their season to him. This deep sense of purpose transformed their grief into strength, driving them to reach even greater heights. Every game, every play, became an opportunity to pay tribute to his memory, which united the team in a shared goal that transcended the sport. Led by two standout seniors, Chris Griffin and Sean Endicott, both of whom received 2004 USA High School All-American honors, the team not only found success on the field but carried the spirit of their teammate with them in every moment. In addition to these accolades, three players – Tom Orr ’04, Chris Griffin ’04, and Sean Endicott ’04 – were named Boston Herald All-Scholastics. Chris Griffin also earned the prestigious title of Division 1 Player of the Year from Boston Herald. The team’s extraordinary success was guided by Head Coach Rik Mazzei, who was named Eastern Massachusetts Lacrosse Coach of the Year at the conclusion of the season. This induction honors not only the individual achievements of the players and coaching staff but also the team’s remarkable collective performance, defined by their ability to overcome profound loss and turn it into a powerful source of inspiration. Their journey, forged through both triumph and adversity, continues to hold a special place in MC history. About the Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony The 2024 Malden Catholic Brother Daniel Cremin C.F.X. Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the Danversport venue located at 161 Elliott St. in Danvers, Mass. Tickets are available to the public and the link to purchase tickets for the ceremony, dinner and cash bar will be available on the Alumni Events page: https://maldencatholic.info/4eOnIJt

Page 16 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, November 22, 2024 MUSINGS | FROM PAGE 6 Roosevelt Park puddle. I am one with my environment. I block for Stanasek and Russell and Jesi and Langston and Roach. I find out what it feels like to win the G.B.L. “1972. Thirteen years old and a captain of the A-Squad. This year, I wash my uniform, and we don’t win the G.B.L. We come close. But we lose to Chelsea in the final game. Billy Swanson, who will choose not to play organized football after this season, is our best player on offense and defense. “1973. Ninth grade, now. Beebe. Gene Revelas is the fullback, and I am tailback. We give each other concussions every Tuesday at one-on-one head-slamming drills. I see stars explode in the sky above and feel an electric shock go through exactly one side of my body. We surprise everyone by losing our first two games. But we finish the season 5-2. “1974. My first year at Malden High. I can’t imagine any team, ever, having three better varsity captains than Jack and Jeff and Bunza. Our sophomore team goes undefeated. Shawn and I are on the varsity kickoff team. And this feels like a privilege because Malden wins the G.B.L. “1975. A junior in high school. I have my best season. And my favorite season. I’m starting at left guard. My best friend, Louis Femino, is right guard. Malden wins another G.B.L. I could have climbed to the top of the gas tank next to the field and yelled, ‘Look at me, Ma. I’m on top of the world.’ “But that world of ours keeps on turning. And there is a reason why Greek tragedies are timeless. The season of 1976 rolls around. Senior year. Along with Louie and Richard Angelo, I’m a team captain. Much is expected of us. Lou Racca tells me that he wants an undefeated season. ‘And no ties.’ “They have me starting both ways. I’m a 160-pound nose tackle. I beat everyone on the bench press. But I have the legs of a distance runner. 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We are at Pearl Street on a perfect-weather day in front of six thousand people. I come out of the huddle for the first play of the game, and there, waiting for me, lined up at defensive tackle, is Anthony Pasquale. “Malden is behind but we have the ball at the end of the game on what feels like the final drive. Malden fumbles. Medford recovers. And then something strange happens. A Medford player, who hadn’t yet been in the game, comes in for just one play. And when the play is over, he walks up to me and punches me in the helmet. Might as well have been a flea. But the old me resurfaces. And, without thinking, I punch him back. We are both kicked out. I have fallen for the oldest trick in the book. “And if it was a designed setup, it’s still my fault. I had to play my part for it to work. “I walk to the sideline and sit on the bench. It’s sinking in. I’m done. It’s over and I’m out. I can’t undo it. Time’s arrow is unforgiving. I’m stunned. I feel empty. “Medford wins. “I walk down the hall of the clubhouse into the Medford locker room. Bennie Talbot thinks I am going there to fight. He follows me to back me up. But I just shake Anthony’s hand and say, ‘good game.’ “And then I’m back in the Malden room. With the kids I grew up with. Where there are so SPORTS | FROM PAGE 8 The Malden 9th grader had FULL SERVICE GUTTER PROTECTION – SCHEDULE YOUR FREE INSPECTION NOW! 1-888-617-2908 already set one major Tornado Football school record earlier this season when he ran for 368 yards and scored 5 touchdowns in an overtime loss to Somerville. Not enough for this kid. This past week McGuffie needed just 11 more yards on the ground to allow him to pass a major milestone. The 5-10, 170 freshman got that on his very first carry, going on to finish the night with 182 yards on 20 carries and a two-point conversion. With another big night, McGuffie became the first freshman to ever many memories. And there, it all catches up to me. My whole life to that point gathers like a storm cloud. “Now cue the tears. “Quiet on the set. And... action. “Coach Finn’s voice, addressing the team: It’s over. Go on with life. “And that’s a wrap. And it’s how my seven-year football journey ends. “By way of a riddle and a plot twist and a slightly bizarre epilogue, at the end-of-season banquet, Coach Cullen gives me a trophy for...wait for it...Unsung Hero of the Medford Game. “I never did figure that out. But that’s okay. Not all mysteries need to be solved. “Happy Thanksgiving, everybody.” As Peter Falk’s iconic TV character Columbo would say, “Just one more thing, sir” – here’s a little something, something stolen from the inner sanctum on my distraction box aka Facebook with permission from its originator, somebody named Tim Mills. He’s able capture the essence of “Malden Life” in a couple hundred words, something I have been trying to accomplish for the past 100,000 or so words. Bravo, Mr. Mills. I’ve tried contacting Timmy to flesh out his Malden life story or background to give him his just due. To no avail. Timmy is a man of mystery. Thank you anyway for this, sir, whether you are a real person or not: “In Malden’s arms, where memories reside, Where the streets whispered secrets, side by side, The echoes of childhood still softly ring, in every corner, where the heart takes surpass 1,000 yards rushing in a single season for Malden High. He now has 1,170 yards on 145 carries this season. McGuffie, who has also scored 11 touchdowns this season to lead the Greater Boston League, is not your average runner, to say the least. “He’s shifty, but a very strong shifty who can stop and juke someone pretty easily. Or, if need be, he can also run someone over,” said Malden 4th-year Head Coach Witche Exilhomme, who has been a mentor to McGuffie and his family of two other former Tornado football standouts: Davian (Class of 2024) and Nik McGuffie (Class of 2021). wing. The Granada’s glow on a Saturday night, Films flickering dreams in the silver light, Nelson’s sweet aroma filling the air, A bakery’s warmth, a city’s tender care. Ferryway Green, where laughter would play, Chasing the dusk as it faded away, And Suffolk Square, a bustling heart, where every small shop had its own part. Nedlam’s pride in blue and gold, Stories of youth, forever told, Stuart’s chatter, Riley’s Roast Beef, these were the days that felt too brief. The scent of coffee, warm and deep, In New England mornings, memories keep, Sparks and tees, the latest trend, worn by us all, friend to friend. The Rez, where winter’s grace was found, Skates on ice, a joyful sound, And Big A’s subs, after a snow-filled day, The taste of warmth in every way. Converse steps on every street, Where the rhythm of life was sweet, the rubber soles of dreams and hope, Guiding us on this lifelong slope. Devir’s sky on July’s bright night, Fireworks dancing, a dazzling sight, Tricca’s, Gloria’s, places we knew, each one a thread in the fabric we grew. Malden, you’re the song we hum, the gentle beat of a childhood drum, In every stone, in every tree, You hold our past, our memory. For in your streets, our hearts remain, In sun and snow, in joy and rain, Malden, our home, our guiding star, No matter the distance, we’re never far.” —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. Coach Exilhomme said he expected McGuffie to have a decent season offensively, but not in the dominant fashion he has shown at times: “He is an exceptional athlete, a very solid mix of strength and speed. He also has a nose for the end zone and this is so hard to teach a player. It’s just instinct.” Coach Exilhomme took over the play-calling on offense this season, and the result has been a dramatic turnaround from a team that was shutout 10 times in the past two seasons, to averaging 27.0 points per games this SPORTS | SEE PAGE 19

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, November 22, 2024 Page 17 OBITUARIES Barbara D. (Carroll) Preble Formerly of Malden. Passed away peacefully in Danvers on November 18th at the age of 87. She was predeceased by her husband George E. Preble, with whom she shared 61 years of marriage. Barbara was the beloved mother of Diane Wood and her husband Bruce, George G. Preble and his wife Joan, Michelle Barry and her husband Kevin, and Joseph Preble and his wife Maureen. She was the cherished and supportive grandmother of Matthew Preble, his wife Meghan and their children William and Owen; Michael Preble and his wife Michelle; Claire Preble; Patrick Barry; Ailish Barry; Kelsey Preble, her partner Steven and their children Noelle and Annaliese; Camille Preble; Nolan Preble; and Mariesa Preble. Barbara leaves her sisters Janet (Rigsby), Nancy (Jolly) and brother Kevin Carroll. She was predeceased by her brothers Robert Carroll and Warren Carroll. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Barbara loved the company of her family, and was a frequent travel to Stowe, Vermont and Longboat Key, Florida. Family and friends are kindly invited to attend a Funeral from the Carroll Funeral Home, 721 Salem Street, (Maplewood Square) Malden on Saturday, November 23 at 9 AM followed by a Funeral Mass celebrated in St. Joseph's Church, 770 Salem St., Malden at 10 o'clock. Visiting Hours in the Carroll Funeral Home on Friday from 4-7 PM. Services will conclude with interment at Forest Dale Cemetery, Malden. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Care Dimensions 75 Sylvan Street Suite B-102 Danvers, MA 01923 Donna Marie Shields Donna Marie Shields passed away October 14, 2024, at the age of 79. She was a native and resident of Revere and Malden. Donna truly knew that it was more blessed to give than to receive. Her generosity knew no bounds. Donna was a loving mother, “Nana”, sister, Auntie, friend 215 Pleasant Street, 3rd Floor Malden, Massachusetts 02148 (781) 397-7000 ext. 2044 and a beautiful soul who would help anyone. Her radiant smile lit up any room she entered. She lived life to the fullest and especially loved spending time with her family and friends. Although Donna is gone, she will live in our hearts forever. She was the daughter of the late Sabino Cataldo and Mary Lou Arbo; the beloved mother of Joseph MiCity of Malden Massachusetts MALDEN PLANNING BOARD and MALDEN CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE COMMITTEE PUBLIC HEARING The Malden Planning Board and Malden City Council Ordinance Committee will jointly hold a public hearing in the Herbert L. Jackson Council Chamber, Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA at 7:00 P.M. on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, in accordance with Title 12, Chapter 32, Section 050 of the Code of the City of Malden, regarding petitions for zoning amendments, as proposed in City Council Papers ##356/2024, 376/2024, 389/2024 and 399/2024, to further amend the following sections of Title 12 of the Code of the City of Malden (MCC) as follows: A. Sections 12.12.500 (new), MCC (Use Regulations) (CCP 356/2024). To establish regulations and requirements for Site Plan Review for Educational, Religious and/or Child Care Facilities. B. Administrative & Miscellaneous Revisions to the following sections of MCC (CCP 376/2024). 1) Sections 12.12.010A and 12.12.030 (Use Regulations): provisions re: dwelling multifamily, more than six but not to exceed seven stories; daycare centers; nonprofit schools. 2) Sections 12.28.010.B, C, D, E, F and H (Nonconforming Uses, Lot, Buildings and Structures): provisions re: single and two-family dwellings; three-family dwellings; Residence A, B and C zoning districts; Residential Office, business and industrial zoning districts; extension; abandonment/ non-use, extinguishment. 3) Sections 12.20.020.H (General Offstreet Parking Requirements, Central Business District): provisions re: reduction. 4) Section 12.32.030.B (Certificate and Permits, Special Permits): provisions re: administration; voting threshold. 5) Sections 12.12.140.F (Site Plan Review Committee), 12.28.140.E (Rowe’s Quarry Site Plan Review Committee), 12.32.060 (Definition of Working Artist): provisions re: Malden Redevelopment Authority. C. Sections 12.12.030, 12.16.010, 12.20.010 & 12.32.060, MCC (Use Regulations, Table of Intensity Regulations, Offstreet Parking & Loading Regulations, Definitions) (CCP 389/2024). To establish a new use category, Motor Vehicle Services, and use regulations, dimensional controls, parking and loading requirements, definition; corresponding revisions to existing provisions re: use category, Gasoline Filling & Service Station; parking and loading requirements for Car Wash; definition of Service Station. D. Section 12.32.060, MCC (Definitions). To establish a definition for Retail Car Wash. The full texts of the proposed zoning amendments (City Council Papers ##356/2024, 376/2024, 389/2024 and 399/2024) are available for public review on the City of Malden website at https://cityofmalden.legistar.com/ Legislation.aspx and with the City Planner, Inspectional Services, Room 330, and the City Clerk, Room 220, Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA. By: Diane M. Chuha, Clerk Malden Planning Board By: Amanda Linehan, Chair Malden City Council Ordinance Committee November 22, 27, 2024 chael Shields of Malden, William R. Shields, III and his wife, Johnna of Naperville, IL and the late John Albert Shields; the devoted sister of Francine Cataldo of Revere and the late OBITUARIES| SEE PAGE 18

Page 18 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, November 22, 2024 avvya yavvy en r avvy S iorniiooro vy oiori y Dear Savvy Senior, My dad has dementia and has gotten to the point that he can’t live at home any longer. I need to fi nd a good memory care residential facility for him but don’t know where to turn. Any suggestions? Only Daughter Dear Only, Choosing a good memory care residential unit for a loved one with dementia is a very important decision that requires careful evaluation and some homework. Most memory care units, sometimes called special care units, are housed within assisted living or nursing home facilities. At their best, they off er staff extensively trained in caring for people with dementia, individualized care that minimizes the use of dangerous psychotropic drugs, a home-like environment and activities that improve resident’s quality of life. But at their worst, they can off er little more than a locked door. Here are some steps that can help you fi nd a good facility and avoid a bad one. Make a list: To identify some good memory care residential units in your area ask your dad’s doctor for a referral or use an online search tool like Caring.com. Make sure the facilities on your list are close to family members and friends who can visit often, because residents with frequent visitors usually get better care. Research your options: Once you’ve made a list, call your local long-term care ombudsman (see LTCombudsman.org for contact information). This is a government offi cial who investigates assisted living and nursing home complaints and can tell you which facilities have had problems in the past. If you’re looking at a memory care unit within a nursing home facility, use Medicare’s nursing home compare tool (Medicare.gov/care-compare), which provides a 5-star rating system. Call the facilities: Once you’ve identifi ed a few good facilities, call them to fi nd out if they have any vacancies, if they provide the types of services your father needs, what they charge io by Jim Miller How to Choose a Memory Care Unit for a Loved One with Dementia and if they accept Medicaid. Tour your top choices: During your tour, notice the cleanness and smell of the facility. Is it homey and inviting? Does the staff seem responsive and kind to its residents? Also be sure to taste the food, and talk to the current resident’s family members, if available. Also, ask about staff screening and training procedures, their turnover rate, and their staff -to-resident ratio. Make sure they provide quality activities to keep your dad engaged and fi nd out how they respond to residents who may wander or become aggressive. Because transitions can be unsettling for dementia suff ers, make sure that your dad will be able to remain at the facility for the foreseeable future. And fi nd out what, if any, health conditions might require him to leave the facility or move to a higher and more expansive level of care. It’s also a good idea to make multiple visits to the facility including an unscheduled visit in the evening or weekend when the staff is more likely to be stretched thin. To help you choose a good facility, the Alzheimer’s Association off ers a list of questions to ask at CommunityResourceFinder.org/Alz/Tips – click on “Tips for choosing a residential care facility” under Housing Options. Paying for care: The national average costs for memory care within an assisted living facility is over $6,000 per month, and over $8,500/month for nursing home care, but costs can vary widely depending on location and services. Since Medicare does not cover long-term care, most residents pay for care from either personal savings, a long-term care insurance policy or through Medicaid (if available) once their savings are depleted. Or, if your dad is a veteran, he may be able to get funds through the VA’s Aid and Attendance benefi t. To learn more, ask the facility director or contact the regional VA benefi t offi ce at 800–827–1000. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior. org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS BUYER1 BANGA, PARDEEP S GREIGE, SANDRA LU, CARLOS L MEI, SANDY REN, MEIRONG SELIG, MARY E WANJERI, PENINNAH BUYER2 SINGH, DILBAG DIPERRI 2ND, CHARLES J LU, MONA C LIN, JIAN Q SELLER1 SELLER2 ALLEN, JOANNE TERESA KAPLAN T 427 LOWELL LLC MUNIZ, MATTHEW D KAPLAN, MICHAEL P OBITUARIES | FROM PAGE 17 Robert Cataldo and his surviving wife, Diana of Middleton; and the loving grandmother of Logan Shields. A celebration of Donna's life will be held at a later date. In lieu of fl owers, contributions in Donna's memory to the MSPCA, 350 S. Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02130 would be sincerely appreciated. Arrangements by the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, Everett. 617.387.3120 Ralph A. Ingalls Jr. November 25, 1942 ~ November 5, 2024 Ralph A. Ingalls, Jr., age 81, died unexpectedly at his Malden home on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Born in Malden on Nov. 25, 1942, Ralph was the son of the late Ralph and Mina (Tabalsky) Ingalls. He was raised and educated in Malden and had been a lifelong resident. Until the time of his retirement, Ralph had worked as a custodian for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. He leaves several cousins and their families, as well as numerous neighbors and friends. Funeral services for Ralph were private. Burial was in Forest Dale Cemetery, Malden. To share a message of sympathy with Ralph’s family, please visit www.LyonsFuneral.com. - 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, December 18, 2024 at 6:30 pm at Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant St, Room #106 Herbert L Jackson Council Chambers, Malden, MA on Petition 24-013 by Mystic Valley Regional Charter School seeking an appeal under Code of the City of Malden as amended – Title 12 Section 12.32.040 (A) (3) to hear and decide appeals of decisions made by the Inspector of Buildings or other administrative official - Specifically the decision of Building Commissioner, Nelson Miller dated 10/23/2024 Re: the Gym Project. As per Plans Res-064150-2024 at the property known as and numbered 31 Granite Street, 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 November 22, 27, 2024 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. 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THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, November 22, 2024 Page 19 SPORTS | FROM PAGE 16 season. Malden has featured a balanced attack, with McGuffi e the #1 back as well as a receiver out of the backfi eld. In the air, senior Quarterback Aidan Brett’s favorite target has been fellow senior captain Kevin Exilhomme, who has 7 TDs. Unfortunately for Malden, its defense, which was projected to be lockdown tough this year, lost some key players to injury – including senior captains James Hyppolite and Matheus Brito – both out for the season. The result has been a leaky Malden “D” that has let an average of 31 points per game. Everyone is looking for a turnaround on Thanksgiving morning, when Malden hosts rival Medford on November 28 at 10:00 at Macdonald Stadium. “We have one more chance to put it all together,” said Coach Exilhomme, whose team takes a 2-7 overall record into Game #137 versus Medford. *** Great debut in starting role for QB2 Billy Gavin against Lowell Malden fell to Lowell in a nonleague, non-playoff matchup at frigid Macdonald Stadium last Thursday, November 14 in a 2720 fi nal. Junior Billy Gavin got his fi rst career start at QB and made it into a big night with 14-of-22 passing for 165 yards and 3 TDs, all to senior captain Kevin Exilhomme. Gavin was starting in place of senior Aidan Brett, who had to sit out due to an equipment malfunction – a faulty knee brace. *** Thanksgiving Game tickets now on sale! Tickets for Game #137 between Malden and Medford on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 28 are now on sale in the Malden High Athletic Offi ce. 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There are essentially two ways to release this lien. If the gross estate is less than $2million, no Massachusetts estate tax return needs to be fi led. In such a case, an Estate Tax Affi davit would need to be executed by the person in possession of the real estate or the Personal Representative of the estate in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 65C, Section 14, certifying that the value of the gross estate does not necessitate the fi ling of an estate tax return. The Estate Tax Affi davit needs to be notarized and recorded at the registry of deeds where the real estate is located. If the decedent’s gross estate is over $2million, then a Massachusetts estate tax return, Form M-706, needs to be fi led with the estate tax bureau. Once the estate tax is paid and the return is accepted as fi led, the estate tax bureau will issue an estate tax closing letter and a Certifi cate Releasing the Automatic Estate Tax Lien. The Certifi cate will then be recorded at the appropriate registry of deeds. This will serve to release the automatic estate tax lien. Furthermore, a certifi ed copy of the decedent’s death certifi - cate will need to be recorded at the appropriate registry of deeds where any and all real estate is located. This puts notice to all interested third parties that the decedent has passed away and therefore is no longer a title holder. It should also be noted that according to Mass General Laws Chapter 65C, Section 14(a), the lien stays with the real estate for ten years, unless released sooner by the recording of the Estate Tax Affi - davit or the Certifi cate Releasing the Massachusetts Estate Tax Lien. The Estate Tax Affi - davit, as introduced by the Massachusetts legislature, applies to decedents dying on or after January 1, 1997. The Estate Tax Affi davit will also state that the gross estate of the decedent does not necessitate the fi ling of a federal estate tax return. Currently, the federal estate tax exemption is $13.6million. Very few estates are subject to a federal estate tax. There is a much greater likelihood of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 being extended beyond January 1, 2026 if the Republicans end up controlling the House of Representatives. As of this writing, they already control the Presidency and the Senate. The federal estate tax exemption will drop to approximately $6million on January 1, 2026 if the tax provisions enacted in 2017 are not extended. Joseph D. Cataldo is an estate planning/elder law attorney, Certifi ed Public Accountant, Certifi ed Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a master’s degree in taxation. Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma Call $ $ $ $

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