Reading, MA|News|
Reading Schools Will Tweak Reopening Plan Based On Feedback
Superintendent John Doherty said the district is making some edits to its phased-in hybrid plan after receiving feedback from families.
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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Stoneham, MA|News|
Stoneham Officer Helps Save Pilot's Life After Glider Crash
Officer Joe Ponzo, a 23-year veteran of the SPD, helped pull a man from the water after he crashed into Lake Winnipesaukee Sunday.
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Medford|News|
Medford Expands Platform For Civil Rights Complaints
Reports may be submitted confidentially through the Office of Diversity or directly to the MPD's Civil Rights Unit.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Mayor Issues New COVID-19 Alert After Uptick In Cases
The city's average positivity rate rose over the past two weeks, Mayor Gary Christenson said.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Drafts Plan For Vacant Star Market
The draft Winter Hill Urban Renewal Plan includes the Star Market, Walgreens and two buildings at the corner of Temple Street and Broadway.
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Medford|News|
Early Voting In Medford: What To Know For Sept. 1 Primary
Early voting for the Sept. 1 primary election will be held Aug. 22-28 at City Hall.
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Medford|News|
'Afraid To Go Out There': Rats Plague Medford Neighborhoods
An explosion of rat sightings has residents wary of their yards and calling on the city to do more.
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Medford|News|
Medford Adopts Phased-In Hybrid Model For School Year
The School Committee approved a plan Thursday that staggers the return to school for students based on grade level.
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Reading, MA|News|
Reading Opts For Hybrid Model To Start School Year
The School Committee voted Thursday to adopt a hybrid approach that will have students learn remotely until their cohort is phased in.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Water Main Break Leaves Homes Without Water
The town said the break affecting water flow to several homes should be fixed by Friday evening.
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Reading, MA|News|
Letter: Against The Recall Of My Select Board Colleague
Select Board member Anne Landry shares why she opposes the recall of her colleague, Vanessa Alvarado.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Coronavirus Update, Res-Bikeway Connector: 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|
Coronavirus Update, School Plans: 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|
Police Flag Controversy, Brewery Closes: Somerville Top Stories
Here's a look back at the most-read stories on Somerville Patch this week.
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Medford|News|
Car Crashes Into Business, School Plans: Medford Top Stories
Here's a look back at the most-read stories on Medford Patch this week.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Opts For Remote Start To School Year
The School Committee voted unanimously Thursday to adopt a remote learning plan this fall.
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Medford|News|
Tufts Plans To Conduct 18K+ Coronavirus Tests A Week
In response to community concerns, the university detailed its ambitious testing plan, which includes bi-weekly tests for students.
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Reading, MA|News|
Reading To Resume Downtown Parking Talks
The Select Board will discuss changes to the downtown parking system, including leased spaces, commuter parking and other modifications.
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Arlington, MA|News|
$270K+ Committed To Coronavirus Relief Programs In Arlington
The town has awarded 41 percent of its total available funding for three local relief programs.
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Arlington, MA|News|
CDBG Funds Diverted For COVID-19 Response, Arlington EATS, DPW
Arlington is amending the Community Development Block Grant to reprogram its use of economic development funds.
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