Malden, MA|News|
Kowloon Plans For Closure, But Says It Won't Be Anytime Soon
Representatives of the Route 1 landmark told the Saugus Planning Board Thursday there are plans to close the restaurant.
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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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Boston, MA|News|
Walsh Goes To Washington: Boston Mayor Accepts Labor Nomination
"As Secretary of Labor, I'll work just as hard for you as you do for your families and livelihoods," Walsh said.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Coronavirus Rules Remain Rolled Back
Despite some nearby communities relaxing their rollbacks, officials said COVID-19 numbers remain high in Somerville.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Eases Coronavirus Restrictions, Aligns With State
The town rolled back to a modified version of Phase 2, Step 2 in December as part of a region-wide effort to curb the spread of COVID-19.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Officials Slam 'Insurrection' At Capitol Building
Leaders issued a joint statement Wednesday night calling the violence "an assault on our beliefs and values as a nation."
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Medford|News|
2 Face Weapons Charges Following Medford Crash
A state police trooper responding to the crash was injured when his cruiser was struck from behind.
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Medford|News|
Proposed Safety Changes At Dangerous Medford Intersection
The Traffic Commission will consider a series of temporary improvements at the notorious Main-South intersection at its Jan. 19 meeting.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Owner Of Iconic Somerville Building Sues City
The owner of the "Piano Building" in Gilman Square is accusing the city of illegal spot zoning under an October City Council decision.
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Medford|News|
Medford Announces COVID Testing Schedule For Students, Staff
Here is when your student can get tested for the coronavirus before returning to hybrid instruction.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Eyes Spring Finish For Central School Renovations
When finished, the building will house several town departments, including the Council on Aging and Health and Human Services.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Needs To Fill New Disability Commission Seats
The mayor is seeking residents to fill two of four newly created seats on the Malden Disability Commission.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Esquire Magazine Says 'We Can't Afford To Lose' Somerville Eatery
A Somerville spot was named among the magazine's list of "100 Restaurants America Can't Afford To Lose" during the pandemic.
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Medford|News|
2 Retired Medford Firefighters Pass Away
Capt. David Garland and Lt. James Morse passed away over the holidays, the firefighters' union said Tuesday.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington's Kickstand Cafe Announces January Closure
The restaurant says it will "make like a bear and hibernate" for the rest of the month.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Warming Center Seeks Volunteers
The center is open on winter nights to give the city's homeless population a place to stay when temperatures drop.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Animal Control Frees Owl From Under Car
An Eastern Screech owl was freed from a car on Chatham Street Monday night.
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Medford|News|
Mayor Honors Medford 4th Grader Who Raised $1K+ For Homeless Vets
Gianna Puccio was given a mayoral citation for raising money for homeless veterans by selling hand sanitizer.
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Reading, MA|News|
Reading Fire Station Will Vaccinate Local First Responders
There are nine COVID-19 vaccination sites for Reading police officers, firefighters, EMTs and other first responders.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Police, Fire Departments To Vaccinate First Responders
There are two COVID-19 vaccination sites for Somerville police officers, firefighters, EMTs and other first responders.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington High School Will Vaccinate Local First Responders
There are two COVID-19 vaccination sites for Arlington police officers, firefighters, EMTs and other first responders.
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