Medford|News|
Mystic Valley Seniors Offered Free Rides To Vaccine Sites
Mystic Valley Elder Services is offering round trip transportation to vaccine sites for adults 60 years and older in 11 communities.
Alex Newman, Patch Staff
Alex Newman, Patch Staff
- Medford, MA
Alex is a Jersey transplant covering Arlington, Malden, Medford, Reading and Somerville for Patch. A graduate of Northeastern University, Alex has lived in the Boston area since college (though he still hasn't been able to bring himself to root for the Sox). He is an avid football and baseball fan, amateur woodworker and film geek.
Alex lives in Chelsea with his fiancée, their dog and a revolving door of foster puppies.
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Reading, MA|News|
1 Seriously Injured In Reading Crash On I-93
State police said one person had "potentially fatal" injuries following a two-car crash late Tuesday night.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Another T Line Extended Beyond Boston? Patch PM
Also: Vaccine supply comes up short | Notorious intersection getting much-needed improvements | District looks to oust Columbus Day | More.
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Wakefield, MA|News|
New Northeast Metro Tech Design Starts To Take Shape
The project team is recommending a new building that would allow for an increased enrollment at the school.
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Malden, MA|News|
Bank Celebrates Year In Malden By Giving Back
East Cambridge Savings Bank marked its first year on Pleasant Street by supporting local first responders, non-profits and small businesses.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Axing Tree Saplings, Brush Along Reservoir
The project is part of the plan to keep the dam from being damaged by excess weight.
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Medford|News|
Medford Approves Temporary Changes At Notorious Intersection
Officials hope changing the traffic pattern at Main-South will provide some relief until more permanent improvements are installed.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Opts Not To Lift Business Curfew
"The current data does not warrant a change in our existing restrictions," the city's incident commander wrote to the Licensing Commission.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Sets Vaccine Clinics For Phase 2
Here's how you can determine your eligibility and register to get vaccinated in the Malden area.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Vaccine Supply Comes Up Short
The town said it received fewer doses of the vaccine than it requested and can only offer Wednesday's clinic to a limited amount of workers.
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Somerville, MA|News|
MBTA To Study Extending Silver Line To Somerville, Neighbors
Transit officials aim to address service inequities in certain parts of Somerville, Cambridge, Everett, Chelsea and Boston.
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Medford|News|
Residents Displaced By Weekend Fire In Medford
The fire department said the fire escaped the chimney and spread through the walls of the home.
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Malden, MA|News|
'Con Artist' Bookkeeper Faces Federal Charges: Patch PM
Also: Popular beachfront pizzeria returning | Schools consider pooled testing for COVID-19 | Fire breaks out in apartment building | More.
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Medford|News|
Medford Residents Invited To Virtual Forum On Mental Health
The event will be hosted by Medford resident Eric Daddario, who travels the country tackling subjects like anxiety and substance abuse.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Restaurateur's Former Bookkeeper Charged In Federal Court
George Lambos, owner of Fresco's Roast Beef & Seafood, said he was one of several small business owners swindled by Patricia Landau.
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Reading, MA|News|
Reading Examines Pooled Testing In Schools
Proponents say the group-testing method is a more efficient and cost-effective strategy.
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Medford|News|
Medford Sets Additional Vaccine Clinic For Phase 1
This city is also setting up a site for Phase 2 vaccinations, which are expected to start in February.
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Malden, MA|News|
Bianchi's Pizza Reopening At Revere Beach
The Revere staple will return in full, with the original owners and recipe, in the space it had been sharing with Renzo's.
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Medford|News|
Curfew Lift A 'Welcome Change,' But Restaurant Woes Far From Over
Medford restaurateur Jonathan Post said there are several factors, including public perception, preventing a turnaround in business.
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Somerville, MA|News|
In MA First, City Moves To Decriminalize Psychedelics: Patch PM
Also: Murder conviction upheld in Army Ranger's death | Casino to reopen 24 hours | Town prepares for "large-scale" vaccinations | More.
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