Page 8 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, December 30, 2022 REVIEW | FROM PAGE 5 board then made a decision on Feb. 15 that masks would remain mandatory until at least March 14. Mayor Christenson’s theme for his annual State of the City address in late February was “Malden is resilient: Let’s continue the story.” It was delivered virtually for the second straight year. MARCH: Malden High’s Model United Nations presentation tackled climate change issues in up-to-date debating platforms monitored by the MHS 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 Dan 1972 OPEN NEW YEAR’S DAY 10 AM - 4 PM R.Y.O. TOBACCO ---------TUBES CIGAR SMOKER’S DELIGHT! 15 Handmade Cigars - Long Leaf Filler - Four Year Old Tobacco Wrapped including a Cohiba $43.95 * ASHTONS * ARTURO FUENTE * PADRON * PERDOMO * OTHER MAJOR BRANDS PRICED RIGHT! 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The MHS Principal said prom planners had indicated the $5,000 cost “was most likely a dealbreakMalden Cares, which engages residents to help provide outreach, education, recovery services and support for substance use disorder as well as assistance with food insecurity and homelessness, got a surprise guest when they opened for business in mid-March for the spring: U.S. Senator Ed Markey (center), a lifelong Malden resident! Also on hand were Mayor Gary Christenson, Ward 5 School Committee Member Adam Weldai and former City Council President Neal Anderson, among others. er, until Mr. DeCotis stepped in with his generous support.” The Malden Cares program at Malden MBTA Orange Line Station opened for business for the spring, and a surprise guest appearance among other dignitaries was U.S. Senator Ed Markey. The City Council backed two local resolutions aimed at two federal issues: weighing in against child marriage and supporting asylum for Haitians to avoid deportation. Longtime MATV Executive Director Ron Cox reviewed his many years at the helm in an Advocate stoOur 50th Anniversary Chris 2022 * Travel Humidors * Desk Top Humidors * Many Types of Lighters * Ash Trays * Juuls * Vapes * Glass Pipes * Rewards Program * CBD Infused Products * GIFTS UNDER $30 - GIFT CERTIFICATES An Earth Day Clothing Drive that was hosted and coordinated by Ward 8 Councillor Jadeane Sica and City Council President Craig Spadafora collected over 3,600 pounds of donated clothing and other textiles, which were sent to recycling, with proceeds from the recycled items donated directly to the Malden Public Schools by the Councillors. ry. The many Malden residents who are Muslims and follow Islam began the observance of the holiest month in the Muslim calendar, Ramadan, on the last day of March. APRIL: A strong schedule of cleanups hosted by Malden City Councillors, including several around the Malden River, kicked off the month. The Malden School Committee, in a major vote, voted to offer a new food services contract to Aramark (which later accepted), ending a three-year agreement with Whitsons Culinary Group. School Committee member Jennifer Spadafora told her colleagues that continual poor reviews of food services to Malden’s five K-8 schools and the Early Learning Center (ELC) was one key reason for the change. Sophomore Ryan Cogswell delivered a walk off, game-winning hit in extra innings to lead Malden High baseball to a season-opening win over Salem Charter Academy. An in-person Spring Job Fair returned to Malden High for the first time since 2019. The Malden City Council voted to commit some $15 million for targeted infrastructure improvements around the city, including replacing lead water service lines, reconstructing and new construction of water mains, and citywide roadway improvements. The City Council voted unanimously to appoint Malden residents Abraham Ndiwane and Theodor Janne Shahan as resident members of the new Racial Equity Commission. Eight Malden residents were among the over 20,000 runners who completed the distance in the first full Boston Marathon since 2019. Malden Ward 7 Councillor Chris Simonelli announced a series of major steps being planned for beautification efforts in his ward, with the assistance of city departments. The City Council approved a license for a third marijuana retailer in Malden, DMS Trinity LLC, for 36 Charles St. A prayer room – to help Malden High Muslim students pray during the school day – was opened at the school. MAY: Mayor Gary Christenson made a formal announcement that he would seek reelection to a fourth four-year term in the Fall 2023 municipal election at a political event held at Mixx360 Nightlife in Malden. REVIEW | SEE PAGE 9
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