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In today's newsletter:

• Which Malden bridge problem has Dartmouth Street shut down today?
• Which U.S. Open Cup qualifier is coming to Malden Catholic?
• Why is Malden now flagged high risk for West Nile virus?

Also on today's calendar: Oktoberfest at the Great American Beer Hall and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call cows dancing in the dark 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Saturday: Cooler with clouds and sun, with a high of 65 and low of 49 degrees.
• Sunday: Cloudy, afternoon rain, temps: high: 63, low: 52.
• Monday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 65 and low of 48 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Malden Road Closed After Concrete Falls From Bridge (patch.com) — Dartmouth Street in Malden is closed from Ramsdell Road to Garnet Street after chunks of concrete fell from the bridge overhead onto the roadway and parked cars, though no injuries were reported. Malden police, fire, and Inspectional Services are assessing the bridge, pedestrian access is limited to one side, and residents are urged to avoid the area and obey all barricades until further notice.
   

• Schedule Confirmed for 2027 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Second Qualifying Round (ussoccer.com) — Malden soccer fans can catch high-level amateur action when CD Faialense hosts Brockton FC United at Malden Catholic High School on Saturday, Oct. 3, as part of the 2027 U.S. Open Cup Second Qualifying Round. The nationwide slate features 63 matches, but this local fixture offers residents a rare chance to see clubs battling for a spot in next year's national tournament proper.
   

• Mass. reports 8th human West Nile virus case as risk remains high across Boston area (masslive.com) — Malden is among several Greater Boston communities now classified at high risk for West Nile virus as state officials confirm the eighth human case this year. Residents are urged to protect themselves by using insect repellent, wearing long sleeves at dusk and dawn, and eliminating standing water around their homes while monitoring updated risk levels through the state's online arbovirus reports.
   

📸 Around Malden

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Malden

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★ Featured events ★

Saturday September 19
• Oktoberfest at the Great American Beer Hall →
  142 Mystic Ave, Medford
  11:00 am
Sunday September 20
• Sudbury PMC Kids Ride (all riders welcome!) →
  Ephraim Curtis Middle School, 22 Pratts Mill Rd, Sudbury
  10:00 am
• 16th Annual 'Sunday Scoops' Ice Cream Giveaway! →
  Dunton Park, 157 Franklin Street, Melrose, MA,
  2:00 pm
Saturday October 3
• Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal Day at the Spellman Museum →
  Spellman Museum of Stamps & Postal History, 241 Wellesley St, Weston
  10:00 am
Tuesday October 6
• Intro to ADUs →
  111 High St, Medford
  6:30 pm
• Commonwealth School Virtual Open House →
  Virtual,
  6:30 pm

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Other local events

Saturday September 19
• Welcoming Week: 4th Annual Coffee, Cookies & Conversation At The Malden Public Library →
  Malden Public Library, 36 Salem St, Malden
  10:00 am
• Melrose Porchfest: Block Party Dance in downtown Melrose! →
  Hugo's Melrose Appliance, 424 Main St, Melrose
  2:00 pm
Wednesday September 23
• Estate Planning Presentation →
  341 Forest St, Malden
  5:30 pm
• Global To Local: Girls And Education In Afghanistan: The Story Of A Malden Family →
  Malden Public Library, 36 Salem St, Malden
  6:00 pm
Saturday September 26
• Lantern Walk and Arts Activities Celebrating Fellsmere Pond →
  Fellsmere Park where Savin Street meets Fellsway East.
  2:30 pm
Saturday October 3
• Girl Scout Kickoff →
  Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts - Headquarters/Office, 265 Beaver St, Waltham
  1:00 pm
• Discover Malden Center's New Public Art: Walking Tour →
  Summer Street & Pleasant Street, Malden
  4:00 pm
Thursday October 8
• Trivia on tap →
  Idle Hands Craft Ales, 89 Commercial St, Malden
  10:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Who lost their parakeet?
  Seen in our trees this AM. We put some water and birdseed out for it. PM me. (Nextdoor Malden Upper Highlands)

• American Family Care posted a job opening for Medical Receptionist in Malden. Apply here.
• Dunkin' posted a job opening for Team Member in Malden. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Malden here.

🗞 Nearby News

Everett

• Everett celebrates Brazilian Independence Day at City Hall (advocatenews.net)
• Former Everett IT Director Charged in Connection with Using City Funds for Personal Purchases (advocatenews.net)
• Kurtz Ersa Semiconductor Solutions at IMAPS 2026 (smttoday.com)

Somerville

• Break-ins, Stolen Wallets, And Milk Attacks: Somerville Crime Log (patch.com)
• Somerville To Celebrate Completion Of Major Street Redesign (patch.com)

Ok Malden! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Night Moo-s (Thank you John S. for sending it in!)
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