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Good morning Malden! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What hidden masterpieces are hanging inside Malden Public Library?
  • Want a direct say in Malden’s future through 2050?
  • How five new affordable condos just changed a Malden neighborhood

Also on today's calendar: Medford Youth Hockey & Girls Hockey Mid-Season $100 Tuition Discounts Continue - Boys & Girls 4-10 ! and 8 more events.

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Today's riddle: What did one pirate say to the other? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Saturday: Cloudy with afternoon rain, with a high of 44 and low of 38 degrees.
  • Sunday: Rain and drizzle in the a.m., temps: high: 43, low: 25.
  • Monday: Partly sunny and breezy, with a high of 38 and low of 28 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. The Malden Public Library's special, significant, & diverse art collection (advocatenews.net) — You can explore a surprisingly extensive, free art collection right inside the Malden Public Library’s Converse Memorial Building, featuring paintings, sculpture, and works by artists with local ties. The story traces how Malden benefactors built this collection, highlights standout pieces, and reminds residents that exhibitions and tours are regularly offered at the 36 Salem Street location.
   

2. City seeks resident members of Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee (advocatenews.net) — Malden is recruiting at least four residents to help shape a new Comprehensive Plan that will guide the city’s growth and services through 2050. Volunteers will serve about two years on a weekday-evening steering committee, working with officials to gather community input, edit draft plans, and recommend concrete steps on housing, transportation, economic development, and public services that reflect Malden’s diverse voices.
   

3. Malden Cuts Ribbon On Anticipated Affordable Housing Complex (patch.com) — Malden has just opened five new affordable condo units on Cross Street, created for first-time homebuyers at 80–100% of area median income. Backed by over $1.5 million in city and ARPA funds, the project transforms a long-vacant property and marks The Neighborhood Developers’ first major investment in Malden’s housing response.
   

4. Major Resort Expansion + Gaming Store Closures + Beloved Pretzel Chain Grows: MA Business Week (patch.com) — Malden shoppers may soon lose their local GameStop, as the chain plans to close at least a dozen Massachusetts stores, with Malden listed among possible locations. The roundup also highlights a major expansion at Encore Boston Harbor in Everett and a growing pretzel chain eyeing a fourth state location, underscoring shifting retail and entertainment options around Greater Boston.
   

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💬 Chatter

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  • Movie Night At The Malden Public Library —Malden Public Library Read on Patch
  • Neighborhood View Invites Malden Residents to Get Involved in Citizen Journalism —Anne Durso-Rose Read on Patch
  • I was just sitting here, thinking about how many scammers that are out here.
    A while back i was watching a show like dateline and they were in Nigeria and showed whole room filled with ppl on phones scamming people !! Who… (Nextdoor Forestdale)
  • Midas, Inc. posted a job opening for Customer Service Representative in Malden. Apply here.
  • Restaurant Depot posted a job opening for Front End Manager in Everett. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Malden here.

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