THAT’S RIGHT, THE WOMEN ARE SMARTER –
May 8, 2025 – More than 200 women have filled the hall at Anthony’s in Malden this morning to celebrate, support, and share stories of challenges and triumph at the Women’s Recovery Court Session. This year’s theme is “Inspire and Empower.” This annual celebration, presented by Malden District Court Probation and the Massachusetts Trial Court, was first introduced 12 years ago by then Chelsea District Court Judge Benjamin Barnes, who is now Edgartown District Court First Justice, then Chelsea Probation Probation Officer Judy Lawler (now retired Malden District ACPO) and Katie O’Leary of North Suffolk Community Services.
