Newton Marathon Controversy, Medford Double-Murder: Patch Top Stories

SOMERVILLE, MA – From Newton Police and the Boston Athletic Association coming under fire after Black marathon spectators said they were unfairly policed at the Boston Marathon, to a Medford double-murder suspect pleading guilty, these were the top stories on Patch for the week ending April 21.

Boston Athletic Association Speaks Out On Newton Marathon Controversy

President & CEO of the B.A.A. Jack Fleming said "we need to do better," after Black marathon spectators said they were targeted by police.

See What's In Somerville's First-Ever Bicycle Network Plan

The plan establishes a community-based vision for an 88-mile network of connected bike facilities citywide.

$15K Raised For Arlington Gallery Owner Undergoing Cancer Treatment

Arlington art gallery owner Carla Dorato is currently in recovery from a stem cell transplant for stage three T-cell lymphoma.

Medford Man Facing Double-Murder Charge Pleads Not Guilty: Report

Leonid Volkov, 37, was arrested Saturday in connection with the deaths of a married couple from Medford, WHDH reports.

Malden's Forest Dale Cemetery To Hold Lottery For 25 Cremation Niches

The city's Cemetery Board of Trustees has voted to pre-sell 25 niches in the cremation wall for Malden residents through a lottery system.

Melrose High School Students Launch Cafeteria Compost Program

The pilot program involves collecting food scraps and waste from the high school cafeteria's kitchen and food prep areas in compost bins.

Brookline Spring Clothing Drive Coming Up Later This Month

Brookline community members are encouraged to gather up unwanted clothing, footwear, and home linens and bring them to the Senior Center.