Medford|News|
High E. Coli Levels Close Wright's Pond In Medford
The Board of Health has closed the pond to swimming due to fluctuating E. Coli levels over the past few days.
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|
Letter: The Time She Has Given To The Town Of Reading
School Committee member John Parks writes about what he describes as "misinformation" surrounding the police chief vote.
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Medford|News|
Medford Reports Error In Some Mail-In Ballots
An important component was left out of some mail-in voter packages. Residents should not send their ballot back until they receive it.
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Malden, MA|News|
West Nile Virus Found At 3 Mosquito Testing Sites In Malden
A human case of the virus was confirmed in Malden this week.
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Arlington, MA|News|
School Model, BLM Signs Vandalized: Arlington Top Stories
Here's a look back at the most-read stories on Arlington Patch this week.
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Malden, MA|News|
West Nile Virus, New Restaurants Announced: Malden Top Stories
Here's a look back at the most-read stories on Malden Patch this week.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Star Market Site, 15-Cent Movies: Somerville Top Stories
Here's a look back at the most-read stories on Somerville Patch this week.
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Medford|News|
Graduation Canceled, Brewpub Roadblock: Medford Top Stories
Here's a look back at the most-read stories on Medford Patch this week.
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Medford|News|
Medford Announces Virtual High School Graduation
The district will hold a virtual ceremony Saturday after canceling its socially distant commencement.
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Wakefield, MA|News|
Latest Coronavirus Cases In Wakefield
Three-quarters of Massachusetts communities, including Wakefield, had falling or steady positive test rates over the last two weeks.
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Malden, MA|News|
Triangle, Inc. Opens Training Center In Malden
Founded by small business owners in Malden, Medford and Everett, Triangle strives to find job opportunities for people with disabilities.
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Stoneham, MA|News|
Latest Coronavirus Cases In Stoneham
Three-quarters of Massachusetts communities, including Stoneham, had falling or steady positive test rates over the last two weeks.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden City Hall To Reopen By Appointment Only
All city departments are expected to be moved into the new building on Pleasant Street by the end of the week.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Moves 5 Polling Places For Upcoming Elections
These are the new locations for the Sept. 1 primary and the Nov. 3 general election.
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Somerville, MA|News|
AMC Reopens 8 MA Theaters With 15-Cent Movies
The chain will also screen classics like Back to the Future, Ghostbusters, The Goonies and more for $5 a ticket after opening day.
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Reading, MA|News|
Latest Coronavirus Cases In Reading
Three-quarters of Massachusetts communities, including Reading, had falling or steady positive test rates over the last two weeks.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Latest Coronavirus Cases In Somerville
Three-quarters of Massachusetts communities, including Somerville, had falling or steady positive test rates over the last two weeks.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Latest Coronavirus Cases In Arlington
Three-quarters of Massachusetts communities, including Arlington, had falling or steady positive test rates over the last two weeks.
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Malden, MA|News|
Latest Coronavirus Cases In Malden
Three-quarters of Massachusetts communities, including Malden, had falling or steady positive test rates over the last two weeks.
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Medford|News|
Latest Coronavirus Cases In Medford
Medford was among 92 communities to report an increased case count relative to the previous week.
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