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Posted on: September 26, 2023

Fire Department Promotions & Swearing-In Ceremony

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Mayor Gary Christenson, Fire Chief Steve Froio and Commissioner Emery Haskell recently presided over a promotional and swearing in ceremony promoting four officers and welcoming seven firefighters to the Fire Department. A warm welcome was given to family...

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Posted on: September 21, 2023

Senior BBQ Raffle Winner Enjoys Lunch with the Mayor

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In keeping with a tradition he established many years ago, the final raffle ticket drawn by Mayor Gary Christenson at his Annual Senior Citizen’s Cookout is the person who joins him at a Malden restaurant as his guest. Mr. Shipei Huang of Ward 1...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: September 19, 2023

Malden’s Fifth Annual Public Safety Day

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In commemoration of Fire Prevention Week, the Malden Fire and Police Departments will hold their Fifth Annual Public Safety Day at Linden Park and School, 29 Wescott Street on Sunday, October 15th from 11 AM-2 PM. Fire Prevention Week is a time t...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: September 14, 2023

Implementation Grant in Action

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The City’s Tree Warden Chris Rosa, in collaboration with the Mayor’s Office, put into action the $100,000 grant received from the Greening the Gateway Cities Implementation Program. The goal of this funding is to maximize tree planting...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: September 12, 2023

Encouraging Enjoyment of The Great Malden Outdoors

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The City of Malden in collaboration with First Seed Sown are excited to announce the launch of The Great Malden Outdoors, an outdoor enablement campaign designed to make outdoor recreation accessible and equitable for all Maldonians. During the COVID-19 p...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: September 11, 2023

New Pickleball Courts in Malden Funded by ARPA

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Malden residents and pickleball enthusiasts have reason to celebrate as the Malden Recreation Department proudly announces the opening of brand-new pickleball courts at Amerige Park. This exciting addition to the City's recreational facilities co...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: September 11, 2023

Malden Fire Department Offers Free Smoke Detector Inspections & Installations for Seniors

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In conjunction with the City of Malden’s Fire Safety Week October 10-13th the Malden Fire Department will implement a program to assist senior citizens with protecting their personal safety and the homes they live in. The Fire Departmen...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: August 31, 2023

Resilient Mystic Collaborative Communities secure $5.7M in MVP Grants for Climate Resilience

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Governor Healey’s announcement of $31.5 million in FY2024 Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness grants included nearly $5.7 million in funding for community-designed projects to prevent harm to residents, workers, and resources in Resilient Mysti...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: August 31, 2023

Malden Plugs Away at Energy Conservation

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The City of Malden was designated a Green Community by the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources in 2017. Since then, Malden has received $616,590 in Green Communities Grants, allowing the city to significantly conserve energy, save money and reduc...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: August 30, 2023

Mayor Christenson Hosts Senior Citizens BBQ

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Mayor Gary Christenson recently held his first post-COVID Senior BBQ under the outdoor tent at Anthony’s of Malden. More than 360 seniors from around the City attended the event and enjoyed a fun afternoon filled with delicious food, music, raff...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: July 14, 2022

Mayor Christenson and Councillor Linehan Provide Update on Open Space

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One of the most exciting aspects of the recent announcement on the proposed redevelopment of the former Malden Hospital site was the inclusion of public open space. Our community has made clear its desire for a development that included open space, and Tu...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: August 22, 2023

District 12 Challenger Day Games Held at Alex Gentile Park

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Mayor Gary Christenson cut his weekend getaway short to be back in time for the 2023 District 12 Challenger Day Games at Alex Gentile Park! The Mayor surprised attendees including City Councillor Barbara Murphy and Medford Mayor Breanna Lungo Koehn at the...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: August 17, 2023

Incoming MHS Freshman medals at North American IPF Championships

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Mayor Gary Christenson was honored to welcome former Beebe school student and incoming Malden High School Freshman, Ava Lacasse, fresh from her successful adventure at the North American International Powerlifting Federation Championships. Held August 9th...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: August 17, 2023

Health and Human Services Seeks Resident Member to Food Policy Council

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Health and Human Services Director Chris Webb is reaching out to Malden residents to fill the resident member opening on the Malden Food Policy Council. The newly formed Food Policy Council will work to prioritize the recommendations of the Malden Communi...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: August 17, 2023

Prestige Car Wash opens Malden Location

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Mayor Gary Christenson recently presided over a ribbon cutting ceremony at Prestige Car Wash’s brand-new facility located at 62 Broadway. Adding to the company’s portfolio of 22 convenient locations, Prestige Car Wash offers free vacuu...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: August 17, 2023

Mayor Welcomes BK Davis, Internationally Renowned Musician to Malden

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Mayor Gary Christenson was pleased to welcome internationally renowned musician, BK Davis to Malden. Davis, the first African American “Steinway Artist” from Davenport, Iowa, will be hosted by Mystic Side Opera (MSO) at the Wilbur Fisk...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: August 16, 2023

Emmanuel Baptist Church Celebrates 75 Years

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Last Sunday Mayor Gary Christenson was pleased to congratulate the entire congregation of the Emmanuel Baptist Church on their 75th Anniversary. The Church, located on Hillside Avenue had its earliest beginnings as St. Luke’s on Eastern Avenue a...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: August 8, 2023

City Awards ARPA Funds to AAAW

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The City recently announced the award of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds in the amount of $25,000 to the American Association for Arab Women (AAAW). The AAAW is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of Arab Women in Mas...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: August 3, 2023

2023 National Night Out

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Mayor Gary Christenson joined Malden Police, Malden Fire and members of the community at Macdonald Stadium for National Night Out - an evening of fun, food, games, sharing of community resources and much more. National Night Out is an annual community- bu...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: August 1, 2023

Creative Malden Showcases Tenacity and Inspiration Despite the Weather

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The artistic spirit of Malden was on full display as a group of dedicated local artists took on a unique challenge amidst scorching heat and continuous rain. With temperatures soaring and rain showers disrupting their efforts, the artists of Creative Mald...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: August 1, 2023

Mayor Christenson Declares July as Disability Pride Month

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At a recent ceremony hosted by the City of Malden’s Disability Commission, Mayor Gary Christenson officially proclaimed the month of July as “Disability Pride Month.” This declaration marks the City’s commitment to ...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: July 13, 2023

Mayor Unveils Chinese Translated Name

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Mayor Gary Christenson was pleased to unveil his newly translated name for the upcoming election ballot at the recent Chinese Talent Show held at the Senior Center. The Mayor’s official transliterated Chinese name is ??? and it means to build so...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: July 13, 2023

Celebrating a Century!

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Mayor Gary Christenson and Ward 2 City Councillor Paul Condon recently wished longtime Malden resident Celia Denehy a very happy 100th birthday!

Celia was born July 7, 1923 in Boston. She has lived in the same house on Malden Street for 8...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: July 5, 2023

Grand Opening of Intentional Wellness Medspa, LLC

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Mayor Gary Christenson recently attended the ribbon cutting ceremony of Intentional Wellness Medspa, LLC, located at 578 Main Street, Unit 4B. Business Owner La-Keisha Milord, N.P., a board-certified family nurse practitioner with nearly...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: June 28, 2023

Grand-Reopening of Dunkin Donuts, 619 Broadway

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Mayor Christenson celebrated the Grand-Reopening of Dunkin Donuts, located at 619 Broadway. Improvements include Installing a new ice coffee tap system, digital menu boards, self-serve kiosk, and an entire interior renovation. Owner John Malachowski is lo...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: June 21, 2023

Malden’s Reports Reduction of Overdoses in the Opioid Crisis

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In the face of a nationwide opioid crisis, the City of Malden is grateful to announce that through the implementation of a range of innovative strategies that target prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery support, opioid overdoses have been red...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: June 8, 2023

Malden’s Poet Laureate Congratulates the MHS Class of 2023

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The City of Malden was pleased to welcome resident CD Collins as Malden’s new Poet Laureate at the Malden High School 2023 Commencement ceremony. In her inaugural appearance, CD addressed the graduates with an inspiring reflection of what they h...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: June 6, 2023

Recovery Employment Services Initiative Successful

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Mayor Gary Christenson is pleased to announce that the City of Malden’s first Recovery Employment Services initiative proved to be a tremendous success! This program is designed to provide job life skills and soft skills pre-employment training ...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: June 5, 2023

Filmbuilding Malden, Collaborative Filmmaking Program, Welcomes 26 Community Filmmakers

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Urban Media Arts, formerly Malden Access TV is proud to announce that 26 community members have been selected to participate in the Filmbuilding Malden 2023 program. This unique city-wide program invites participants to co-create a series of short films w...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: June 5, 2023

Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces Tree Planting Grants

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In an effort to help communities build resilience and mitigate the harms of the climate crisis, the Healey-Driscoll Administration today announced $1.3 million in grants to support tree plantings in Gateway Cities across Massachusetts. Eight municipalitie...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: June 1, 2023

Malden Celebrates Memorial Day

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Mayor Gary Christenson and Veterans Services Director Kevin Jarvis welcomed the Malden community on Memorial Day at Forest Dale Cemetery to honor the men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our Nation’s freedom. Packed with nearly 250 ...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: June 1, 2023

Longtime Malden Housing Authority Employee Retires

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Mayor Gary Christenson congratulated Debbie Lungo, Malden Housing Authority Executive Assistant to Director Steve Finn on 15 years of service. Debbie will always be remembered for cheerfully serving Malden’s elderly residents for most of her car...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: June 1, 2023

Forestdale Park Senior Living Celebrates 5 Year Anniversary

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Mayor Gary Christenson congratulated Forestdale Park Senior Living on their 5-year anniversary of operating in Malden! Located at 341 Forest Street, the former site of the longtime vacant City-run nursing home known as McFadden Manor, Forestdale Park offe...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: June 1, 2023

New Outdoor Fitness Court at Callahan Park

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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross), City of Malden, Malden Public Schools and National Fitness Campaign (NFC) today announced a partnership to bring an outdoor Fitness Court and community wellness programming to Callahan Park. The Fitnes...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: May 25, 2023

Eritrean Independence Day Celebrated in Malden

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Mayor Gary Christenson joined the Malden Eritrean Community on May 24th on City Hall Plaza to celebrate of one of the most important Eritrean holidays. This year marks 32 years of independence and the day serves to honor the heroic struggle and ultimate s...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: May 23, 2023

Rannsak Ribbon “Tying” Ceremony

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Mayor Gary Christenson participated in a ribbon “tying” ceremony at new business Rannsak located at 339 Pleasant Street. Rannsak called the event a “tying” ceremony symbolically to show how they are trying to tie th...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: May 23, 2023

Fire Department Promotions and Swearing-In Ceremony

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Mayor Gary Christenson and Fire Commissioner Emery Haskell presided over a promotional and swearing in ceremony officially welcoming Chief Stephen Froio to the Fire Department following the retirement of Chief William Sullivan this past April. The ceremon...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: May 10, 2023

Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week

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The Disability Commission hosted and joined Mayor Gary Christenson in kicking off Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week which runs from May 7-11. Led by the Chair of the Disability Commission, Marilyn Andrews, the celebration took place at Cit...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: May 10, 2023

Malden to Use Transliterated Candidates’ Names on the Ballot with the 2023 Municipal Election

News from the City of Malden

Beginning with the 2023 Municipal Election cycle, Malden voters will be seeing a change in the layout of their election ballots. The city will begin publishing transliterations of each candidate’s name in Chinese characters. 

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City of Malden News
Posted on: April 26, 2023

MTEC Teens and Mayor Get Cooking Lessons

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Mayor Gary Christenson along with the students from the Malden Teen Enrichment Center (MTEC) learned to cook burgers, veggie burgers and vegetables during their weekly cooking class. The group is led by Community Garden Coordinator Julie Mangan who teache...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: April 25, 2023

Longtime Malden Resident Celebrates 90 Years!

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Longtime Malden resident Arthur Kahn recently turned 90 years young! Mayor Gary Christenson recently met up with Arthur at the Malden Public Library to wish him well on his milestone birthday. When Mayor Christenson asked Arthur his secret for such a long...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: April 24, 2023

Triangle, Inc. Visits City Hall

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Mayor Gary Christenson recently welcomed Triangle, Inc.’s clients to visit City Hall. They toured several City departments, observing staff and asking some questions. Triangle, Inc., located in Malden, serves individuals with disabilities and he...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: April 20, 2023

Governor Healey Joins Mayor Christenson to Kick off Earth Week in Malden!

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Governor Maura Healey, Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Rebecca Tepper, and Undersecretary of Environmental Justice & Equity María Belén Power joined Mayor Christenson in Malden to kick off Earth Week last Tuesday. Loca...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: April 20, 2023

Malden Named Winner in IDC Government Insights’ 6th Annual Smart Cities North America Awards

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Malden has been named a winner in IDC Government Insights’ sixth annual Smart Cities North America Awards (SCNAA). Malden was recognized for its continued project to remove lead pipes in the category of Smart Water. The awards were designed to r...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: April 20, 2023

Arab American Heritage Month

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Mayor Gary Christenson issued a proclamation declaring April Arab American Heritage month in the City of Malden. The Mayor presented it this week to Malden resident Faten Shelbayeh in an effort to highlight the contributions that Arab Americans have contr...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: April 13, 2023

Mayor Christenson Recipient of Connect for Community Impact Award

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Mayor Gary Christenson was the recipient of the 2023 SCI “Connect for Community Impact Award” on behalf of the Malden community. The award is presented annually by Eastern Bank as part of the SCI Social Capital Inc. Connect & Inspi...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: April 6, 2023

Library Honors Two Outstanding Maldonians

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On Friday, March 31st, the Trustees of the Malden Public Library dedicated two new study/meeting rooms to long-time Library Trustees - Dr. George Holland, Jr. and Joseph F. Lawless, III. The new spaces were made possible through a grant from the Adelaide ...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: March 30, 2023

Stephen J. Froio Sworn in as New Fire Chief

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Mayor Gary Christenson and Fire Commissioner Emery Haskell announce that Deputy Chief Stephen J. Froio will serve as the new Chief of the Malden Fire Department. The appointment comes following recommendations made by an interview panel. 

Chief Fr...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: March 30, 2023

Fire Chief Bill Sullivan Retires

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Retiring Fire Chief Bill Sullivan spent a few minutes of his last day on the job with Mayor Gary Christenson who thanked him for his 36 years of service to Malden. Chief Sullivan, who grew up in Malden followed the career path of both his father who serve...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: April 4, 2023

Malden Announces Composting Program

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Mayor Christenson in partnership City Councillors Carey Macdonald and Amanda Linehan are excited to announce a curbside food waste collection and composting program option for Malden residents. Beginning on Saturday, April 15th, residents will be...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: April 4, 2023

Malden to Hold Green Malden Fair

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The City of Malden is proud to announce the introduction of a new community event centered around sustainability, climate resilience and the environment. Building off of the recently announced Green Malden initiative, Mayor Gary Christenson in partnership...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: March 29, 2023

Recovery Coaches on Site at Malden Teen Health Center

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The City of Malden is pleased to announce that as of March 8, 2023, the Malden Teen Health Center (Center) at Malden High School which is run by Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA), has been hosting the Recovery Coach Program on site every Thursday from 11 AM...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: March 22, 2023

MTEC Camping Trip

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Over February vacation 19 teens from the Malden Teen Enrichment Center (MTEC) traveled on a three-day excursion to Cardigan Lodge in Alexandria, New Hampshire. Cardigan Lodge is next to the 5,000-acre Mount Cardigan State Forest and is located on a 1,200-...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: March 22, 2023

Celebrating International Women’s Day in Malden

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In Honor of International Women’s Day, Malden Career Services Coordinator Kashawna Harling and Board of Health Communication Specialist Tamerlie Roc organized an Informational Panel consisting of nine career women with ties to Malden. Internatio...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: March 22, 2023

Celebrating a 103rd Birthday!

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Mayor Gary Christenson and Senior Center Coordinator Mikeneil Paul recently wished longtime North Shore Haitian Adult Day Health participant Anilia Joseph a very happy 103rd birthday! A festive celebration was held that included refreshments and lots of d...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Malden Offers Outpatient Mental Health Referral Service to Residents and Public-School Students

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Mayor Gary Christenson and the City of Malden Health Department led by Director Chris Webb are collaborating with the William James College INTERFACE Referral Service to bring a free outpatient mental health referral service. The initiative was launched i...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: March 16, 2023

Mayor Christenson to Receive Connect for Community Impact Award March 30th

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The City of Malden is excited to announce that Mayor Gary Christenson will be receiving the 2023 Social Capital, Inc. (SCI) “Connect for Community Impact Award” on behalf of the Malden community. Nonprofit SCI’s mission is to...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: March 9, 2023

“Stop the Stigma Day” with Malden Overcoming Addiction

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In collaboration with Malden Overcoming Addiction, the City of Malden and Malden Public Schools held the annual “STOP THE STIGMA DAY” event on Wednesday, March 8th. In honor of the initiative, Mayor Gary Christenson issued a Proclamati...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: March 7, 2023

Forest Dale Cemetery Niche Wall Pre-Sale Lottery

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The City of Malden Cemetery Board of Trustees has voted to pre-sell twenty-five (25) niches in the cremation wall, located at the Forest Dale Cemetery, through a lottery system. Applicants must be residents of the City of Malden for the past ten (10) or m...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: February 23, 2023

Mayor Christenson’s State of The City Address to Premiere March 1

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Mayor Gary Christenson's 2023 State of the City Address will debut on Malden’s Government and Public cable stations as well as on YouTube on Wednesday, March 1st at 6 PM. The address will run approximately one hour and will&...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: February 21, 2023

City Awards ARPA Funds to YMCA

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The City recently announced the award of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds in the amount of $100,000 to the Mystic Valley YMCA (“YMCA”). The award was recommended by the City’s ARPA Subcommittee on Non-Profit Support whic...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: February 8, 2023

With No Snow on Long-Range Forecast, City lifts Winter Parking Ban

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In January, the City declared that February 1st would commence Winter Parking Regulations due to a snowy weather pattern ahead. As you know by now, that pattern did not develop nor is there anything on the horizon. As a result, effective immediately, the ...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: February 7, 2023

Grand Opening Celebration of Bay State Physical Therapy

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Mayor Gary Christensen was pleased to recently welcome Bay State Physical Therapy to 150 Commercial Street located in the same plaza as Super 88. The team at Bay State is dedicated to delivering best-in-class care and an exceptional patient experience. Wi...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: February 7, 2023

Malden Launches New Outpatient Mental Health Referral Service to Residents & Public-School Students

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Mayor Gary Christenson and the City of Malden Health Department are pleased to announce that beginning on February 1st, residents and/or public school students have access to a free outpatient mental health referral service through the William James Colle...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: February 7, 2023

First Malden Cannabis Retailer, Misty Mountain Shop, Opens in Grand Style

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Mayor Gary Christenson was pleased to attend the historical ribbon cutting ceremony of Malden’s first Cannabis retailer, Misty Mountain Shop. Business Owner Erik Gath and his team have worked tirelessly on the licensing and construction process ...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: January 12, 2023

Grand Opening of Rock Spot Climbing

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Mayor Gary Christenson and members of the Malden Teen Enrichment Center officially welcomed Rock Spot Climbing to Malden Center! Rock Spot is celebrating 25 years as a company this September and is welcoming its newest bouldering gym to Malden at 195 Exch...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: January 11, 2023

Mayor Celebrates Bam Bam Chicken with a Ribbon Cutting

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Bam Bam Chicken, the latest venture from District Kitchen owner Stacey Zhang, recently celebrated their ribbon cutting with Mayor Gary Christenson and other guests. The new restaurant, located at 2 Florence Street next to Malden Center Station, specialize...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: January 5, 2023

Malden Taking Action to Help Homeowners and Renters Save Energy

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Malden is taking action to help residents save energy and money this winter and all year long. The City has partnered with HomeWorks Energy, a Mass Save® partner, to give all homeowners and renters the opportunity to be more energy efficient, help...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: January 5, 2023

Resilient Mystic Collaborative Communities Secure $12.9M in Federal Community Grants for 9 Projects

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When President Biden signed the FY2023 Consolidated Appropriations Act into law on December 29, 2022, the $1.7 trillion spending bill included nine grants for Resilient Mystic Collaborative (RMC) cities and towns totaling almost $13 million.  The...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: December 29, 2022

Mayor Christenson Urges Malden Residents to Use Available Assistance for Energy and Heating Bills

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Mayor Gary Christenson is encouraging residents to take advantage of available assistance programs to pay their home heat and electric bills this winter. Malden residents have seen their electricity bills increase 64% after National Grid raised rates in N...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: December 13, 2022

“Trash Holiday”

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In an effort to assist our residents with the excess amount of trash anticipated this coming holiday week, Mayor Christenson once again instituting a “Trash Holiday.” Save your blue bags for another week as we are allowing regular household bags to be pla...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: December 14, 2022

Longtime City Employee Celebrates 25 Years

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Mayor Gary Christenson congratulated longtime Public Facilities employee Ron “Butch” Lessard on 25 years of service with the City of Malden! Ron, a licensed Journeyman HVAC Technician has worked for decades keeping the various city bui...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: December 13, 2022

2023 Trash Tags Now Available!

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Residents may now purchase their 2023 annual trash tags either online at cityofmalden.org/trashtag or at the Treasurer's Office at City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street. A trash tag enables residents to place any bagged household trash inside black city...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: December 1, 2022

Malden Artist Brightens City Hall

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Malden City Hall has been graced by the City’s purchase of three beautiful oil paintings by Malden artist Rosene Wine. The paintings “Rainy Date,” “Exchange,” and “Book Friends” tell st...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: November 30, 2022

Maureen McGaffigan Celebrates 80 Years

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Lifelong Malden resident Maureen McGaffigan turned 80 years young on November 26th. Mayor Gary Christenson stopped by Pearl Street Station to join her family celebration and issue her a citation in recognition of her milestone birthday. Maureen has been v...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: November 22, 2022

Mayor, Congresswomen distribute Groceries at United Way Thanksgiving Event at YMCA

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Mayor Gary Christenson and Congresswoman Katherine Clark distributed groceries to families at the Malden YMCA at the United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley 23rd Annual Thanksgiving Project. The United Way is providing meals to 20,000 familie...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: November 22, 2022

Malden Student Recognized for Advocacy

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Mayor Gary Christenson recently attended the Council on American-Islamic Relations-Massachusetts (CAIR-MA) 6th Annual Fundraiser Banquet to congratulate Malden student Afnaan Zeabi with a citation for being recognized by CAIR-MA for extraordinary courage....

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City of Malden News
Posted on: November 17, 2022

Celebrating a True American Hero

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Mayor Gary Christenson along with the Chinese American Citizen Alliance celebrated the accomplishments of Lieutenant Colonel Enoch O’D "Woody" Woodhouse, II, now 95 with a lunch at Flaming Grill. Lt. Woodhouse served heroically in the ...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: November 17, 2022

Celebrating a Platinum Anniversary!

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Mayor Gary Christenson recently congratulated Carmella and Bill Nelson on 70 years of marriage at a family celebration at the Exchange Street Bistro. Married in 1952, they raised their 12 children in the Linden Family Development until 1967 when they purc...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: November 15, 2022

Malden Opens Applications for Resident Roles in City Climate Projects

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Mayor Gary Christenson is pleased to announce the opening of applications for two opportunities for residents to engage in Malden’s ongoing work to address the impacts of climate change in our city.

The first is for the Climate Action Plan Steeri...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: November 15, 2022

Malden Civil Air Patrol, Boston Cadet Squadron Cadets Promoted

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This past Veterans Day, Mayor Gary Christensen recognized the promotions of three Malden residents and Civil Air Patrol, Boston Cadet Squadron Cadets: Artemijs “AJ” Jumutcs, Hailey Tran, and Sophie Tran. 

Sophie is promoted to ...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: November 15, 2022

Improved Lighting on Lincoln Commons

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Mayor Gary Christenson joined Ward 7 Councillor Chris Simonelli as they surveyed the new LED lighting recently installed on Lincoln Commons on Cross Street. The project was initiated by Councillor Simonelli who upon listening to his constituents realized ...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: November 8, 2022

City Awarded Grant for Kierstead Park

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The City of Malden has received a $400,000 grant for improvements to Kierstead Park on Eastern Avenue, the maximum award amount under the state’s competitive Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC) grant program, administere...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: November 8, 2022

Malden’s Alert System is Being Updated

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Malden is converting the system it uses for mass alerts (CodeRED) over to a new system that will be known as Malden Alerts. All residents must sign up to our new system to receive emergency alerts from the City of Malden as well as other notices we think ...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: October 27, 2022

Cambridge Health Alliance Releases Community Health Needs Assessment for Metro-North Boston

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Community health system Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) released the 2022 Regional Wellbeing Report: A Community Health Needs Assessment today. The report examines the health of the communities in CHA’s service area, including their strengths an...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: October 27, 2022

MHS Students Participate in Mock Election and Gain Hands-on Civic Experience

MHS Students Vote in Mock Election

On October 11th and 13th, Malden High School Social Studies students participated in Mock Elections based on the November 8th ballot.  Students cast their votes during their History and Social Studies classes in either the library or the gallery....

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City of Malden News
Posted on: October 25, 2022

Mayor Announces Malden Community Electricity Program

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Mayor Gary Christenson announced the creation of Malden Community Electricity, a program that will allow the City to use the combined purchasing power of all its residents to secure new electricity supply rates and more renewable energy. 

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City of Malden News
Posted on: October 25, 2022

Malden Public Schools Pilot Composting Program

Black Earth Compost

Mayor Gary Christenson is pleased to announce a new composting pilot program for Malden Public Schools. The pilot program will start in all Malden Public School kitchens beginning the week of November 1, 2022. This initiative seeks to reduce food waste fr...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: October 20, 2022

Bluebikes in Malden!

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Mayor Gary Christenson is pleased to announce that the bike sharing program Bluebikes is now up and running in three locations in Malden. Stations are located on Exchange Street at Commercial Street, the Northern Strand Bike Path at Main Street (across fr...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: October 20, 2022

Malden Police Body-Worn Camera Program

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Mayor Gary Christenson and Police Chief Glenn Cronin are pleased to announce a date for the implementation of the Malden Police Department’s Body-Worn Camera program. Officers are scheduled to begin wearing and utilizing body-worn cameras on Monday, Octob...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: October 19, 2022

New State Requirement for Disposal of Mattresses and Box Springs

Mattress Recycling

There have been many articles circulating in various news outlets about the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (Mass DEP) announcement that as of Tuesday, November 1, 2022 mattresses and box springs will be pro...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: October 18, 2022

City of Malden allocates $2 million for Affordable Homeownership

Neighborhood Hub

The City of Malden has launched a new program to convert vacant homes into affordable housing with $2 million dollars of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds as seed funding. This effort is the next phase of a year-long study of Malden’s vacant...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: October 12, 2022

Mayor Participates in Nossa Radio Podcast

Brazilian Radio Show

Mayor Gary Christenson along with Constituent Services Coordinator Danny Aguiar participated in Nossa Radio 94.1 podcast. Hosted by Lombardi Junior, the discussion centered around the sizable Brazilian population in Malden along with this year’s...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: October 11, 2022

Grand Opening of Floramo’s Restaurant

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Mayor Gary Christenson recently attended the grand opening ceremony of Floramo’s in Malden located at the former Dockside Restaurant. The original Floramo's Restaurant was founded in 1984 by Tommy and Pat Floramo in Chelsea, Massachuset...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: October 11, 2022

Grand Opening of Blue Ocean Nails Bar

Blue Ocean Nails Bar

Mayor Gary Christenson recently attended the Grand Opening celebration Blue Ocean Nails Bar located at 338 Broadway. The new business is a full-service salon dedicated to the pursuit of excellence offering care in nails, facial, waxing, eyelash extensions...

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City of Malden News
Posted on: July 20, 2021

Clinician Integration Program underway at Police Department

Clinician Integration Program underway at Police Department

In collaboration with Eliot Community Human Services (Eliot CHS), the City of Malden and the Malden Police Department have initiated a Community Clinician Integration Program. This effort was led by City Councillor Peg Crowe who partnered with Eliot CHS t...

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City of Malden News

News Flash

Posted on: September 20, 2023

Public Safety Day

PS Day

Malden's 5th annual Public Safety Day will be held on Sunday, October 15th from 11am-2pm at the Linden School Park (29 Wescott St).  Activities included:

  • Touch-A-Truck - Fire, Police, DPW, and EMS Vehicles
  • K-9 Demonstration - State Police
  • P...
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Malden Police News
Posted on: September 11, 2023

Employment Opportunity

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The City of Malden is hiring crossing guards. $21.37/hour, 10 hours/week; sick pay and clothing stipend included; provide safe crossing at crosswalks for pedestrians and students; communicate with pedestrians and drivers; bilingual skills preferred.&n...

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Malden Police News
Posted on: August 28, 2023

Justice Assistance Grant

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The Malden Police Department on behalf of the City of Malden has applied for the 2023 Justice Assistance Grant.  Anyone who wishes an opportunity to comment may contact Captain Marc Gatcomb at 781-397-7181.  Thank you.

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Malden Police News
Posted on: August 14, 2023

New Officers Sworn-in

New Officers

On 8/14/2023, Chief Cronin and members of the MPD joined together for a swearing-in ceremony for our newest officers. Officers Scott Chalmers and Richard Melgar were sworn-in by City Clerk Carol Ann Desiderio at a ceremony held at police headquarters. &am...

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Malden Police News
Posted on: August 7, 2023

Text-to-911

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Did you know that in an emergency, you can text to 9-1-1 if you are unable to make a voice call?

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Posted on: May 22, 2023

Water Safety

water safety

With warmer weather approaching, MPD reminds our community to practice water safety not only around pools, lakes, and oceans but also at home.

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News Flash

Posted on: August 25, 2021

Hiking and Camping Trip

Group Photo During 4 Mile Hike

The MTEC Team led their first hiking and camping trip this summer with the help of the Appalachian Mountain Club. The teens learned to disconnect from their phones and work together on various tasks such as setting up tents and cooking.

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Posted on: November 22, 2016

Washington D.C Trip

Group Photo at Mount Vernon

With the help of the Bayrd foundation and an anonymous donor we were able to take 16 students to Washington D.C. This trip turned out to be a true learning experience for our youth involved in the teen center. Not only did they experience our country&...

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News Flash

Posted on: August 23, 2023

Slow Down and Use Caution in School Zones!

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Schools are re-opening and MPD advises drivers to proceed with caution around schools and reminds drivers that it is illegal to pass a school bus with red lights flashing.

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