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Mayor Christenson Honored with CCC Diversity and Inclusion Award
Mayor Gary Christenson was recently honored with a Diversity and Inclusion Award at the Chinese Culture Connection’s (CCC) 19th Annual Fundraising Gala & Awards Ceremony at Ming’s Seafood. The Mayor was recognized for being an strong advocate for building an inclusive environment in Malden. Also honored were Susan Chinsen, Creative Producer at ArtsEmerson; Medford City Councilor Justin Tseng; and Linda Zalk who received the Edward F. O’Connell Inspirational Service Award for her work as a special education educator and community activist.
Malden Resident Celebrates a Century
Malden resident Theresa Erickson recently celebrated 100 years with a party of relatives and friends. Mayor Gary Christenson surprised her with a citation in recognition of her milestone birthday. Theresa, who was born in Rhode Island and later moved to Everett, now calls Malden home. Together with her beloved husband Walter with whom she shared 67 years of marriage, they raised three children Leslie, Mary and Joseph. She now enjoys spending time with them, her 7 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren as well as going on long drives with family.
Longtime Special Arts Teacher Retires
Mayor Gary Christenson congratulated longtime Malden Public Schools Fine Arts Teacher Joe Luongo on his retirement following nearly 20 years of service with the City of Malden! Beginning at the Linden School where he worked to create wonderful and challenging art projects for the students, he was well-known for making sure to include every student’s artwork in the Linden annual art exhibit. He was eventually recruited to Malden High School where he continued the 25-year tradition of the Fine Arts Club and brought the MHS Arts program into the 21st century by creating a top-notch graphic arts curriculum. Joe was also instrumental out of the classroom as he worked on the Bike to the Sea mural along the Bike Path and assisted with various switch box artwork projects over the years.
The Great American Rain Barrel
Mayor Gary Christenson is proud to announce that the City of Malden is partnering with the Great American Rain Barrel Co. to offer residents the opportunity to purchase their own rain barrels. A rain barrel can collect the runoff from roofs and gutters, preventing the rain from making its way to impervious surfaces, and therefore from flowing into local streams, rivers, ponds, lakes, and marine waters. Keeping and using rainwater on your property helps reduce pollution and erosion and improves local watershed health.
Grand Opening of Malden Nail Lounge
Mayor Gary Christenson recently attended the Grand Opening celebration of Malden Nail Lounge located at 105A Ferry Street. Tien Nguyen and Khoi Nguyen, former managers of the very successful Medford Nailbar, are back from their 2.5-year hiatus with a new member, 1 year old Madison! With over 15 years of experience of exceptional nail care and four years managing in Medford, they are excited to be bringing their services to the Malden community. Malden Nail Lounge has been running since their soft opening on Valentine's Day, already building a very happy and loyal clientele. They expect to be running at full capacity with two receptionists and at least eight nail technicians by mid-summer. They are currently looking to hire at least 4 more nail technicians. For more information including a complete listing of services and hours of operation, please visit maldennaillounge.com.
Kashawna Harling 2024 Black Excellence on the Hill Awardee
Mayor Gary Christenson was pleased to learn that Kashawna Harling, Malden’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Coordinator was nominated by State Senator Jason Lewis and State Representative Steven Ultrino for the Massachusetts Black & Latino Legislative Caucus’ “Black Excellence on the Hill Award.” In her work as Malden’s DEI Coordinator, Kashawna has strived to create a strong community where people feel included, supported and heard. She previously served as the Program Director for the Mayor’s Youth Employment Program, Senior Employment Program and Career Connections program assisting students, seniors, and residents into employment across the city.
Creating a Firefighter Memorial Columbarium for Line of Duty Deaths
The City of Malden is working to establish a memorial that stands as a testament to the bravery and sacrifice of our firefighters, especially those who have died in the line of duty. The Firefighter Memorial Improvement Project will include a memorial columbarium at the Forestdale Cemetery at the current firefighters’ memorial site. There will be space to accommodate the cremains of 12-20 firefighters with room for expansion in the future. Designed to honor firefighters who have fallen in the line of duty, this sacred space will serve as a place of remembrance and reflection for both the families and communities they served.
Mr. “Malden Babe Ruth” Celebrates 85 Years
A grand celebration was recently held in honor of the 85th birthday of “Mr. Malden Babe Ruth League” Bob Rotondi. An overflowing crowd turned out at the Malden Moose to honor Bob who happens to be fresh off his induction into the Malden Baseball Legacy Hall of Fame earlier in the month. He was honored as the very first Legacy Inductee in the new Hall of Fame for his coaching career that extends back to the 1950s. To this day he still works as the Manager to the Malden Babe Ruth League Knights racking up nearly 70 years with Malden baseball. Bob was celebrated with great food, a standup comedy show, gifts, and songs. Mayor Gary Christenson surprised Bob with a key to the City and thanked him for his contributions to the City along with his tremendous friendship over the years.
Launching of Mayor Christenson’s 2024 State of City Address
Mayor Gary Christenson's 2024 State of the City Address serves as an opportunity to communicate with constituents about past achievements and outline future plans. The address which was presented live on March 4th and runs approximately one hour may be viewed online on YouTube https://youtu.be/armqZTWFFLc. Additionally, Malden’s Government Channel (UMA) will be presenting the address at the following times through the next month:
Mayor Seeks Residents to Join Steering Committee for Open Space, Recreation, Arts & Culture Plan
Mayor Gary Christenson is seeking four residents to join the Steering Committee for Malden’s upcoming Open Space, Recreation, Arts, and Culture Plan. The Steering Committee will help the City develop its strategy for future investments in Malden’s parks, recreational programs, and arts and cultural resources. The Steering Committee will help promote community engagement and advise City officials on topics like youth athletics, the Malden River, active and passive recreation, climate resiliency, ADA and pedestrian access to parks, incorporating arts into open space assets, and much more.
Long Serving Pop Warner President Retires
Mayor Gary Christenson stopped by the Annual Pop Warner Banquet to surprise longtime President, Helen Kipnis on her well-deserved retirement. Helen, a lifelong Malden resident, served Pop Warner for 23 years, serving 20 as its President. She has put in endless hours ensuring that the Pop Warner program was successful and financially stable. All the while, she never turned a child away for financial difficulties and always worked hard to teach students the values of teamwork and sportsmanship. Helen will be remembered for keeping coaches, board members and parents in line, and holding Pop Warner to higher standards than any other youth football program in Eastern Massachusetts. Mayor Christenson presented Helen a citation on behalf of the City and thanked her for her contributions to our youth and our City.
Greater Boston Lunar New Year Rolling Parade Rolls through Malden
Last weekend Mayor Gary Christenson welcomed the 4th Annual Greater Boston Lunar New Year Rolling Parade to Malden. Kicking off in Boston, the parade was escorted by Boston Police and traveled with a contingent of 30 vehicles through several Massachusetts cities including Belmont and Somerville. The Korean American Citizens League...
City Announces “Stop the Stigma Day”
In collaboration with Malden Overcoming Addiction (MOA), the City of Malden and Malden Public Schools announce the 8th Annual “Stop the Stigma Day” on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. To join the awareness campaign, simply wear a turquoise ribbon, post a selfie and share on social media using the hashtag #MaldenStopTheStigma. Stigma is one of the leading barriers for people with substance use disorder seeking treatment. Turquoise ribbons worn to commemorate the day will be available at City Hall and The Bridge Recovery Center, 239 Commercial Street, Malden.
Opioid Task Force Holds Town Hall to Discuss State of Addiction
In an effort to provide an update on the City’s ongoing efforts to combat the Opioid crisis, the City of Malden’s Opioid Task Force will hold a Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, March 13th at 6 PM (Boardroom 105, 215 Pleasant Street, 1st Floor). Mayor Gary Christenson, Malden...
Immigrant Family Services, Inc. Moves to Malden
Last week Mayor Gary Christenson welcomed Immigrant Family Services, Inc. (IFSI) to 14 Mountain Avenue from their former location in Everett. IFSI is a Haitian-led nonprofit organization based in Massachusetts that aims to address the needs and aspirations of recently arrived immigrants through direct service programming, through leadership, coalition building and advocacy. They are committed to youth and adult education, which is often the first step towards integration and inclusion. IFSI’s workforce development program works directly with companies to place individuals in jobs that best suit their skills and interests, ultimately leading individuals to become inclusive, contributing and valued members of their communities. IFSI offices serve as a “one-Stop Navigation Center” bringing together direct services and information that connects immigrants to the resources they most need in one place.
Wah Lum Kung Fu & Tai Chi Academy Honored by Get Konnected
Mayor Gary Christenson was in attendance as Malden’s Wah Lum Kung Fu & Tai Chi Academy was recognized as one of the 10 Most Influential Organizations in Boston by Get Konnected, an award-winning nationally recognized premier cross-cultural and inclusive networking business that brings together professionals, business and civic leaders and entrepreneurs from all cultures, industries and sectors.
Eight Cities and Towns Join Forces to Address Homelessness
For the first time, eight communities north of Boston will launch a joint program to provide supportive services and outreach to those who are homeless, at-risk of becoming homeless, or fleeing domestic violence. The new program will serve Malden, Arlington, Chelsea, Everett, Medford, Melrose, Revere, and Winthrop and will respond to incidents of homelessness and provide basic necessities like food and water as well as dedicated case management, housing problem solving, and more to help get people transition from homelessness to stable housing.
Grand Opening Celebrated of CHA Community Behavioral Health Center
On Monday, February 12th Malden Mayor Gary Christenson, along with State Representative Paul Donato, State Senators Pat Jehlen and Sal DiDomenico, Middlesex County District Attorney Marian Ryan, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) CEO Assaad Sayad, M.D., Chair and Chief of Psychiatry Dr. Carl Fulwiler, and Chief Community Officer Doug Kress celebrated the opening of CHA’s new Community Behavioral Health Center (CBHC) in Malden. More than 50 attendees attended to tour the beautiful new site and hear about the value it brings to patients and communities.
Little Love Bug Learning Center Opens Second Location
Mayor Gary Christenson recently participated in a ribbon cutting ceremony for the second location of Little Love Bug Daycare and Learning Center at 595 Broadway. This location and the one at 529 Eastern Avenue is owned and operated by Rosemarie Raduazzo and her business partner Erin Traver. The name of the business honors Raduazzo’s late mother who called her children and grandchildren her “little love bugs.” Rosemarie previously worked in the industry for 35 years at corporate based centers. Erin Traver is a first-time mom who made a career change after observing the need for both convenient and quality day care.
Longtime Malden Business Owner turns 70 Years Young
Mayor Gary Christenson recently wished longtime Malden resident Richie Sica a Happy 70th Birthday! Long time proprietor of successful Malden business Sica’s Automotive, Richie has kept the cars of Maldonians running smoothly and has been a cornerstone in Ward 8 for decades. He is well known for his welcoming and friendly demeanor along with his genuine care for his customers. The Mayor presented Richie a citation in celebration of his milestone birthday and when he asked Richie his secret for longevity, he responded that his wonderful family and working to help others is what keeps him going.
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