Malden's Most-Read Stories: 2020 Year In Review

Take a look at the biggest stories that made headlines in Malden this year.

Local student attends prep school and gets football scholarship

Anthony Burnett left Malden seeking a better school and sports opportunity and is now on scholarship at Colby College for football.

Rt. 1 Hit-And-Run Driver Sought By Police: Patch PM

Plus: World War II hero helps start pot shop | Rep. Katherine Clark ascends to top Dem post | Parking garage shooter charged | More.

Longtime Malden Resident Celebrates 100th Birthday

Alfred Contreas said "keeping peace with his wife" is what keeps him young.

Coronavirus Rates Trending In Wrong Direction: Patch PM

Also: Senate passes ER bill spurred by fatal asthma attack | Haunted yards, pumpkin displays | Large gas leak | More.

Malden Councilor Sheds Light On Fellsmere Pond Flags

Councilor-At-Large Craig Spadafora spearheaded an effort to replace the lights, which were determined to be obsolete.

Popular Theater Closing, 'Kidnapped' Tiki Chair: Top Stories

Here's a look back at the most-read stories on Malden Patch this week.

Malden Building Deemed Public Safety Threat, Will Be Torn Down

Following a years-long review, the city has been given the go-ahead to demolish 1 Salem Street.

Malden Police Department Sgt. Powell Named Civil Rights Officer

Detective Sgt. Michael Powell has been appointed to the role to serve as a community liaison in regard to the detection of hate crimes.

Former Malden Residents Fulfill Bat Mitzvah Dreams At 71, 72

Adele Stacy and Paula Weiner, residents of Revere's Jack Satter House, recently participated in a socially distant B'not Mitzvah ceremony.

Malden Receives $50K Grant For COVID-19 Relief Fund

The city and its community partners launched the Malden Together Fund Wednesday, which will support the needs of impacted residents.

Coronavirus Latest, Crystal Meth Seizure: Malden Top Stories

Here's a look back at the most-read stories on Malden Patch this week.

West Nile Virus, New Restaurants Announced: Malden Top Stories

Here's a look back at the most-read stories on Malden Patch this week.

Malden Neighborhoods See Uptick In Rodent Issues

Board of Health Director Chris Webb and Ward 7 Councilor Neal Anderson have scheduled a community meeting next week to address the problem.

Coronavirus Update, School Plans: Malden Top Stories

Here's a look back at the most-read stories on Malden Patch this week.

Back-To-School Plans, Movie Night Postponed: Malden Top Stories

Here's a look back at the most-read stories on Malden Patch this week.

Malden Trees On Chopping Block For Exchange Street Work

Advocates have been chipping away at the number of trees slated to be removed for underground utilities and storm water infrastructure.

New Brewery, Accused Fraudster: Malden Top Stories

Here's a look back at the most-read stories on Malden Patch this week.

Malden Awarded $30K Grant Toward Urban Forestry Plan

The city will conduct an inventory of its public shade trees, establishing a baseline for the development of an urban forestry plan.

Restaurateur Victim Of 'Con Artist' Bookkeeper: Top Stories

Here's a look back at what happened in Malden this week.

Fireworks Crackdown, Local Sisters Honored: Malden Top Stories

Here's a look back at what happened in Malden this week.

Malden Throws Parade For Residents' 100th Birthday

Ward 5 celebrated longtime residents Marge Crocker and Neska Berthel, who recently turned 100 years old.

Beer Garden Opens, Fireworks Stash Seized: Malden Top Stories

Here's a look back at what happened in Malden this week.

Malden PD: 'The Power Of people Is Greater Than People In Power'

Following the death of George Floyd, the Malden Police Department said it remains committed to advancing the cause of justice.

Necco Wafers Making Comeback, Parks Start Reopening: Top Stories

Here's a look back at what happened in Malden this week.

Leaders Unveil 3.2-Mile Running, Cycling Loop Around Malden River

The Loop was dedicated to former Malden Clerk Magistrate Joseph Croken and MHS athlete and Olympian Louise Stokes.

Malden Parks, Open Spaces Start To Reopen: Rules To Know

Here's what to know as the city begins its phased reopening of parks and open spaces.

Councilor Party Controversy, Proposed Budget: Malden Top Stories

Here's a look back at what happened in Malden this week.

Malden Library Awarded $80K Grant For Renovations

Updates to the historic 1885 Converse Memorial Building will include a new HVAC control system to preserve the art collection.

Shooting Under Investigation, Grad Petition: Malden Top Stories

Here's a look back at what happened in Malden this week.

Coronavirus Latest, Local Heroes: Malden Top Stories

Here's a look back at what happened in Malden last week.

Malden Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's give them some of the recognition they deserve.

Malden Recycling Crackdown Begins

The city's trash hauler will leave behind bins that are improperly recycled.

Malden Completely Shuts Down Parks

The city said it was "difficult to ensure" people were using the parks for passive activity.

Schools Close, Drug Arrest: Malden Week In Review

Here's a look back at what happened in Malden last week.

Coronavirus Concerns, Coyote Sighting: Malden Top Stories

Here's a look back at the most-read stories on Malden Patch last week.

Malden Recycling Vendor To Crack Down On Materials

Here's how you can avoid having your recycling bin left full.

Cohousing Community Breaks Ground: Malden Top Stories

Here's a look back at the most-read stories on Malden Patch last week.

Accused Lambo Thieves Suspected In Crime Spree: Top Stories

Here's a look back at the most-read stories on Malden Patch last week.

Restaurant Happenings, Northern Strand Progress: Top Stories

Here's a look back at the most-read stories on Malden Patch last week.