Reading, MA|News|
Reading Affordable Housing Lottery: 14 Units In New Complex
There are 14 affordable units available at the upcoming Ace Flats apartment community on Gould Street.
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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Malden, MA|News|
Boston's Faces Nightclub Reborn As Malden Brewery, Restaurant
Nearly 30 years after the Boston nightclub shut down, a new generation of Martignettis is bringing the storied name back.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington 'Gastro Gaming Pub' Closing, Cites Pandemic Struggles
Adventure Pub, which said its business relies heavily on groups gathering in person, has struggled to stay afloat during COVID-19.
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Medford|News|
Medford Back-To-School Plans Start Taking Shape
MPS has ordered health and safety equipment and new technology to facilitate remote learning as working groups plan for the fall.
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Somerville, MA|News|
CHA Moves Coronavirus Testing Site To Assembly Square
Testing will move from the CHA Somerville campus to Assembly Square. It will be open to CHA patients and other members of the community.
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Medford|News|
West Nile Virus Confirmed In Medford Mosquitoes
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health confirmed that a mosquito sample from Medford tested positive for the virus.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Delays Start Of Phase 3 Reopening Again
Businesses such as movie theaters, cultural centers, gyms and performance halls will not open for at least another two weeks.
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Stoneham, MA|News|
Officials Speak After Stoneham Woman's BLM Sign Criticized
A Stoneham resident said she received an anonymous letter criticizing the Black Lives Matter signs on her lawn.
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Medford|News|
Medford Residents Concerned Over Tufts Reopening Plan
Nearby residents worry Tufts's plan to rigorously test and isolate potential COVID-19 cases won't do enough to keep the community safe.
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Malden, MA|News|
$125K Earmarked For Malden In $1B Supplemental COVID-19 Budget
The House recently passed a $1 billion supplemental budget to address economic shortfalls caused by the pandemic.
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Medford|News|
$450K Earmarked For Medford In $1B Supplemental COVID-19 Budget
The House recently passed a $1 billion supplemental budget to address economic shortfalls caused by the pandemic.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Assembly Row Pizza Spot Is Coming Back
Neapolitan pizza place MidiCi was believed to have permanently closed in late March.
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Somerville, MA|News|
City Council Makes Additional Cuts To Somerville Police Budget
The mayor and City Council are planning major steps to reform the SPD and reimagine policing in Somerville.
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Arlington, MA|News|
5 Arlington Heights Spaces Earmarked For Potential Business Use
The "parklet" options will be discussed at the July 20 Select Board meeting.
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Reading, MA|News|
Reading's Bunratty Tavern Expanding Into Former D'Amici's Space
The pub will use the former bakery as a function room and additional space for its dining area.
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Reading, MA|News|
Obituary: Robert Brugman, 70, Of Reading
Robert was a "devoted spouse and father" who loved reading, running, golf and the Red Sox.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Schools Examine Disproportionate Disciplinary Data
Data reviewed at a recent School Committee meeting showed students of color account for a disproportionately higher number of detentions.
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Medford|News|
Medford Weighs Zoning Amendment For Marijuana Shops
The Community Development Board on Thursday will hear a City Council petition to allow and regulate marijuana shops.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington's 'Hometown Real Estate Company' Acquired
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty has expanded into Arlington with the recent acquisition of Bowes Real Estate.
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Malden, MA|News|
Saugus Woman Charged In Dog's Death At Revere Beach
Beachgoers said they witnessed a 57-year-old Saugus woman abusing her dog before it drowned at Revere Beach Sunday.
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