Sloppy Commute Expected Tuesday in Melrose

Here is a look at what is happening on Tuesday, March 19 in Melrose: 

1. Sloppy commute: It is expected to snow before noon on Tuesday, when a mixture of snow and sleet begins to fall until around 3 p.m., according to the National Weather Service's forecast for Melrose. The city could see 3-7 inches of snow and sleet accumulation, while temperatures will peak around 37 and dip to a low of 27 in the evening, according to the forecast.

2. Meetings: Here is a look at the local meetings planned for Tuesday in Melrose, according to the city website:

• Melrose School Committee, 7 p.m., City Hall in Aldermanic Chamber
• Melrose Veterans Advisory Board, 6:30 p.m., City Hall in downstairs Conference Room

3. Library closing early: Melrose Public Library will be closing at 5 p.m. Tuesday, according to the library website. 

4. Business note: Due to the weather, Dogwood Cottage has canceled their door-to-door service Tuesday, but will be running their van and accepting walk-ins, according to the business's Facebook page. The business also told customers to expect "slight delays" during the day, according to the page.

5. In case you missed it: A Melrose man was arrested on a drug charge in New Hampshire over St. Patrick's Day weekend.

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