Somerville, MA|News|
Brewery, Taproom Opening Next To Somerville's Boynton Yards
The upcoming mixed-use complex will feature residential, life science and retail space.
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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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Medford|News|
6 Medford Officials Endorse Helina Fontes For Governor's Council
Two city councilors and four School Committee members share why they support naming Helina Fontes to the District 6 seat on the Council.
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Malden, MA|News|
Man Accused Of Sex Trafficking At Encore Casino, Natick Hotel
Ronald Hall, 46, of Worcester, is also charged with kidnapping a victim and assaulting her before she escaped.
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Reading, MA|News|
Letter To The Editor: Accountability? What Accountability?
Reading resident Alicia Williams says she signed the recall petition and had her signature challenged.
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Reading, MA|News|
Letter To The Editor: What Is The Town Becoming?
Longtime Town Meeting member Nancy Graham asks her neighbors to cast a vote for the future of Reading.
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Reading, MA|News|
Letter: We Need Unity In Our Community! Why I Oppose The Recall
Reading resident Neil Taylor says the town's focus should be on supporting kids, families, schools and local businesses.
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Medford|News|
Medford Schools Reverse Course, Will Start Fully Remote
The School Committee voted last week to adopt Superintendent Edouard-Vincent's recommendation that the majority of grades start remote.
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Stoneham, MA|News|
Rt. 28 In Stoneham Closed For Damaged Utility Pole
Police say drivers should expect heavy traffic.
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Reading, MA|News|
Letter To The Editor: Grow Up, Please
Susanne Sullivan says Alvarado "has done nothing to justify the vitriol voiced against her except to try to muscle in on the 'old guard.'"
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Somerville, MA|News|
'Map Is Not A Plan,' Somerville Mayor Says Of School Reopening
Mayor Joseph Curtatone says downward trending infection rates aren't enough to reopen schools for in-person learning.
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Malden, MA|News|
Encore Casino Enacts New Safety Measures After Hectic Week
The new protocols come after a shooting, stabbing and controversial party were reported at the casino this week.
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Reading, MA|News|
Letter: I Will Vote Against The Recall
Former Town Meeting and longtime Recreation Committee member Kate Kaminer shares why she is opposed to the recall.
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Reading, MA|News|
Letter To The Editor: A Time To Recall, Replace And Restore
Reading resident Eileen Litterio says "dishonoring a sacred oath by a public official is not a 'petty' offense."
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Somerville, MA|News|
Coronavirus Latest, Business For Sale: Somerville Top Stories
Here's a look back at the most-read stories on Somerville Patch this week.
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Malden, MA|News|
Coronavirus Latest, Crystal Meth Seizure: Malden Top Stories
Here's a look back at the most-read stories on Malden Patch this week.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Mail-In Issue, More BLM Sign Vandalism: Arlington Top Stories
Here's a look back at the most-read stories on Arlington Patch this week.
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Medford|News|
Home Invasion, Big Library Donation: Medford Top Stories
Here's a look back at the most-read stories on Medford Patch this week.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Man Threatened To 'Cut' Kids During Dispute: Police
Mohammad Hossain, 23, was drunk when he threatened a group of kids during an altercation at Menotomy Manor, police said.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Pool Closes Due To Coronavirus Contact
Officials said a person at the facility came in close contact with someone who recently tested positive for COVID-19.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Pizza Shop Helps Bar Reopen
A pub and pizzeria in Davis Square teamed up to open an outdoor patio, allowing the former to operate under current coronavirus rules.
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