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Massachusetts, United States
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Malden, city, Middlesex county, eastern Massachusetts, U.S. A northern suburb of Boston, it lies along the Malden River, a branch of the Mystic River. Settled in 1640, it became a part of Charlestown and was known as the Mystic Side. In 1649 it was incorporated as a town and named for Malden (now part of Kingston upon Thames, London), England. The city became an industrial centre in the 19th century, and its economy is now largely service-oriented (including health care, government, telecommunications, and financial services). The main offices of the Massachusetts Department of Education are located there. Recreational areas include ...(100 of 119 words)

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