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Friday, April 12, 2019
~ Political Announcement ~
Mayor Christenson kicks off his re-election campaign with these words: “I’m all in!� ayor Gary Christenson recently announced that he’s looking forward to hitting the campaign trail to talk with voters, listen to their feedback and ask for their support. Last month he announced his plan to run for re-election at the Malden Democratic City Committee’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast, and now he is reaching out to the entire community to make his inten-
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tions known. Christenson is eager to continue his work for the residents of Malden. “During my first campaign for Mayor, I pledged to work tirelessly to make Malden a better place to live, work and raise a family – and I’m so proud of all we’ve accomplished together,� said Christenson. “We’ve improved the City’s communication and
accountability with residents, increased the use of technology to enhance city services, improved public safety and revitalized our downtown – including the opening of Pleasant Street and the construction of a new City Hall and Police Station.� “Leading this City has truly been the most challenging
Irish American Police Officers Association announces 2019 award recipients Malden Police Officers Murphy and Bowie-Pierce to receive lifesaving awards BELMONT – The Irish American Police Officers Association (IAPOA) of Massachusetts is pleased to announce its plan
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to recognize dozens of local law enforcement officers for their outstanding service this May at its annual awards dinner. The 20th Annual IAPOA awards dinner will be held on Saturday, May 4 at the Malden Irish American Club Hall. There will be approximately 50 awards given to members of police departments throughout Massachusetts at the event, honor- Pictured from left to right, Katelyn Murphy and Noelle Bowie-Pierce. (Courtesy photo)
IAPOA | SEE PAGE 16
OFF & RUNNING: Mayor Gary Christenson says he’s “all in� on his re-election bid for the mayor’s seat. (Courtesy of Mayor Gary Christenson’s Office)
RE-ELECTION | SEE PAGE 16
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