Patch User Profile for Alex Newman

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.

Follow him on Twitter at: @NewmanPatch

Email: alex.newman@patch.com

Posting Activity

Medford|News|Aug 2020

Tufts Begins Coronavirus Testing, 3 Positive Tests Recorded

The university tested more than 2,400 people as of Monday.

Alex Newman, Patch Staff

Tufts Begins Coronavirus Testing, 3 Positive Tests Recorded

Somerville, MA|News|Aug 2020

Somerville Bar's 'Black Lives Matter' Display Vandalized

Photos from Trina's Starlite Lounge showed graffiti painted over several signs, including one reading "Black Lives Matter."

Alex Newman, Patch Staff

Somerville Bar's 'Black Lives Matter' Display Vandalized

Reading, MA|News|Aug 2020

Reading Revising School Plan Due To Staffing, Logistical Issues

The majority of students will start remotely, and the School Committee on Thursday will consider a new plan to phase in hybrid learning.

Alex Newman, Patch Staff

Reading Revising School Plan Due To Staffing, Logistical Issues

Malden, MA|News|Aug 2020

'Stay Out Of Our City With Your Poison': Fentanyl Found In Malden

One person was arrested and several bags of fentanyl were seized in Malden Tuesday.

Alex Newman, Patch Staff

'Stay Out Of Our City With Your Poison': Fentanyl Found In Malden

Arlington, MA|News|Aug 2020

Where Arlington's Bluebikes Stops Will Be Located

The Select Board approved four stations in East Arlington and Arlington Center, as well as two for future development.

Alex Newman, Patch Staff

Where Arlington's Bluebikes Stops Will Be Located

Medford|News|Aug 2020

Sweet Celebration Marks $3M Medford Library Gift

The MPLF held a socially distant ice cream social to celebrate Michael Bloomberg's $3 million donation and launch a final fundraising push.

Alex Newman, Patch Staff

Sweet Celebration Marks $3M Medford Library Gift

Medford|News|Aug 2020

Preservation Campaign For Medford's Royall House Raises $38K+

Tens of thousands of dollars in damage was found during routine maintenance at the historic site and museum.

Alex Newman, Patch Staff

Preservation Campaign For Medford's Royall House Raises $38K+

Reading, MA|News|Aug 2020

Letter: Please, Let's End The Hypocrisy

Town Meeting member David Traniello says Vanessa Alvarado "cavalierly" called his own integrity and volunteer service into question.

Alex Newman, Patch Staff

Reading, MA|News|Aug 2020

Letter: Against The Recall To Focus On Real Problems

Reading resident Demetra Tseckares, who worked on Vanessa Alvarado's election campaign, says the recall effort is "based on a lie."

Alex Newman, Patch Staff

Letter: Against The Recall To Focus On Real Problems

Arlington, MA|News|Aug 2020

MA Private Schools Thrive As Public Schools Keep Doors Closed

Massachusetts private schools have seen an explosion in enrollment this summer amid dissatisfaction with district reopening plans.

Alex Newman, Patch Staff

MA Private Schools Thrive As Public Schools Keep Doors Closed

Medford|News|Aug 2020

Election 2020: Medford Primary Voting Guide

Everything you need to know about early voting, mail-in voting and in-person voting for the Massachusetts state primary on Sept. 1.

Alex Newman, Patch Staff

Election 2020: Medford Primary Voting Guide

Malden, MA|News|Aug 2020

SJC Upholds Malden Man's 2001 Murder Conviction

Ex-med student Daniel Mason was convicted of shooting two roommates, one fatally, and killing their dog in their Jamaica Plain apartment.

Alex Newman, Patch Staff