Commonwealth Announces New Small Business Grant Program

Yesterday, the Commonwealth announced that small businesses may apply now for $50.8 million in grants administered by the Massachusetts Capital Growth Corporation (MCGC) as part of the Commonwealth's Partnerships for Recovery plan. Applications will be open from October 22 to November 12.

Businesses with 50 or fewer employees can receive up to $75,000 or up to three months of supported expenses for employee payroll and benefits costs, mortgage interest, rent, utilities and interest on other debt obligations.

Businesses with five or fewer employees may access up to $25,000 to cover business costs like rent, staffing, and utilities, or to purchase personal protection equipment.

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Second Firefighter Induction and Promotion Ceremony

I was glad to join the Malden Fire Department, Mayor Gary Christenson and many others for another promotion and induction ceremony this morning.

For those who are new to the force: thank you for joining Malden Fire and stepping up to keep our community safe!

For those receiving promotions: thank you for your years of continued commitment and service to this incredible city!

The Bridge Recovery Center Opening Soon!

I’m so incredibly proud to see the progress The Bridge Recovery Center has made in their new space on Commercial Street, and excited that these dedicated advocates are here to help folks as they continue on their path to recovery here in Malden.

Thank you for The Bridge Recovery Center for the invitation, and for showing the delegation around your incredible new space! A special thanks as well to Paul Hammersley and Malden Overcoming Addiction for their hard work to turn this from a dream into a reality.