Nearby News: Veteran's Note to Arlington Woman Goes Viral

Arlington

Veteran's Heartwarming Note to Local Woman Goes Viral

The note, which was left anonymously on Samantha Ford's car outside the Dunkin' Donuts in Arlington Heights, had received nearly 1.7 million Facebook 'Likes' and more than 200,000 shares as of early Wednesday morning. - John Waller

Somerville

Mayor Defends Street Improvements that Don't Emphasize Parking [VIDEO]

Somerville Mayor Joseph Curtatone defended his administration's push to create more biking and walking infrastructure in the city, even when those plans come at the expense of parking.

What's more, he said embracing multiple modes of transportation is good for local businesses and the local economy.

"I argue that people aren't moving to Somerville because they have more parking," the mayor said. - Chris Orchard

Medford

New Medford Teachers Contract Approved

The Medford School Committee approved a new teachers union contract for Medford Public Schools this week, one that will run through the end of the 2014-2015 school year.

The contract includes a new teacher evaluation system following state guidelines as well as 2 percent raises for each of the next two school years and a 1.25 percent raise in the middle of 2014-2015. - Jake O'Donnell