Medford|News|
Medford Schools Opt In To State At-Home Testing Program
Registered students will receive two rapid COVID tests per week to be administered at home.
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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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Baker's Budget Proposal Gets Cool Reception From Local Leaders
Local governments say the proposal falls short in several areas, including local aid and funding for students and school transportation.
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Malden, MA|News|
No School In Malden On Monday, Jan. 31
Malden has canceled school due to ongoing snow removal.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Snow Emergency Ends Monday, School Opening Delayed
Here's what you need to know as Somerville continues to dig out from the Saturday's storm.
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Medford|News|
No School In Medford On Monday, Jan. 31
Medford has canceled school due to ongoing snow removal.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Declares Snow Emergency Ahead Of Blizzard
A potentially record-setting blizzard is on its way to Massachusetts this weekend.
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Medford|News|
Medford Declares Snow Emergency Ahead Of Blizzard
A potentially record-setting blizzard is on its way to Massachusetts this weekend.
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Reading, MA|News|
Reading Warns Of Slower Snow Cleanup Ahead Of Blizzard
Due to the expected duration of the storm and staffing challenges, snow may not be removed from sidewalks until midweek.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Issues Snow Emergency Ahead Of Blizzard
A potentially record-setting blizzard is on its way to Massachusetts this weekend.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Middlesex DA Marian Ryan Not Running For Attorney General
Ryan, said to be weighing a bid to succeed Maura Healey, will instead seek a third term as district attorney in Middlesex County.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
MA Blizzard: When Will Snow Start, How Much Will Fall?
This weekend's nor'easter could set Boston's record for January, bypassing a three-day storm in 2015 that dumped 24 inches on the city.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Issues Snow Emergency Ahead Of Blizzard
A potentially record-setting blizzard is on its way to Massachusetts this weekend.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Debuting Snow Removal Pilot During Upcoming Storm
The pilot, which will be conducted on two streets, is part of the city's effort to improve pedestrian safety after snowfall.
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Somerville, MA|News|
R.F. O'Sullivan's Adds Son, Will Return To Somerville
A different version of the decades-old bar will open in the longtime R.F. O'Sullivan's space.
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Medford|News|
'Really Set A Trend': Council Moves To Honor Espresso Owners
Councilors requested that the Winthrop-Boston corner be dedicated to the Salvato family, which ran the iconic pizza shop for 40+ years.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Final Spy Pond, Parmenter Playground Plans Get Green Light
The projects will go to bid in late February and are expected to begin this spring. See the final designs here.
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Malden, MA|News|
Longtime Malden City Employee Betty Christie Retires
Christie began working in the treasurer's office in 1973 and is the only city employee to have worked in all four City Hall buildings.
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Medford|News|
Council Asks Mayor For New Medford Police Cruisers
Councilor Richard Caraviello said cruisers bought four years ago now have over 100,000 miles on them.
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Reading, MA|News|
How Reading Voted For New Northeast Metro Tech
Very few residents cast ballots, but those who did overwhelmingly supported funding a new vocational school.
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Malden, MA|News|
How Malden Voted For New Northeast Metro Tech
Malden sends the fourth-most students to the vocational school and makes up nearly 12 percent of its student body.
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