Medford|News|
City Hits Milestone In Coronavirus Fight: Medford Top Stories
Here's a look back at what happened in Medford this week.
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.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Police Adopt All '8 Can't Wait' Reform Policies
The department updated its use of force policy this week, bringing it in line with all eight reforms.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Playgrounds, Athletic Fields Reopening Friday
The city has implemented new health and safety guidelines as parks, playgrounds and athletic fields return.
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Reading, MA|News|
Reading Town Meeting To Have Streamlined Warrant
Town Meeting, postponed to June 15, will only address time sensitive matters and aims to finish its business in one evening.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Playgrounds To Open Friday With New Health Guidelines
Town officials said they are developing plans to reopen basketball courts, Thorndike Dog Park and Peirce Field.
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Medford|News|
Medford Council Declares Racism A Health Crisis, Calls For Action
City Council voted 4-3 Tuesday to declare systemic racism a health emergency. But councilors stressed that's the start of the conversation.
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Somerville, MA|News|
AMC Theatres Plan Summer Reopening At Assembly Row
AMC reported a devastating $2.2 billion loss in the first quarter but plans to reopen ahead of the release of two major movie blockbusters.
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Medford|News|
Medford's Bread & Circus Bakehouse Closing
Many workers will transition to jobs at Whole Foods, which replaced area Bread & Circus locations decades ago.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Easing Permit Process For Outdoor Dining
The typical 4-6-week permitting process now takes hours, and the City Council is expected to waive permit requirements for outdoor seating.
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Malden, MA|News|
Thieves Caught On Camera Stealing From Malden Business
Two people broke into a business on Pleasant Street early Saturday, police said.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Farmers' Market Reopens: Health Guidelines To Know
The Arlington Farmers' Market reopened Wednesday. Here's what you need to know if you're planning on stopping by.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Beer Garden Not Returning This Summer
Aeronaut Brewery, which runs a seasonal beer garden at Whittemore Park, said it will not be coming back this year due to the coronavirus.
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Somerville, MA|News|
AMC Theatres Aims For July Opening With New Health Rules
AMC reported a devastating $2.2 billion loss in the first quarter, but plans to reopen ahead of the release of two major blockbusters.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Beer Garden Opens For Summer
Faces Brewing Co. debuts its beer garden Wednesday, featuring new beers on draft and a special menu.
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Malden, MA|News|
Everett Man Nearly Drowns At Milton Pond: MSP
Police said the man went underwater when he swam across the pond to get a ball.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Select Board Declares Black Lives Matter Day In Arlington
The Select Board voted unanimously to adopt the Black Lives Matter Proclamation, acknowledging systemic racism in the U.S. and Arlington.
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Somerville, MA|News|
42 Somerville Restaurants To Have Outdoor Dining Considered
The Licensing Commission will consider current outdoor seating license holders Wednesday and new applicants Friday.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Announces Daytime Medford Street Closures
Closures will take place during daytime work hours through Friday, June 12.
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Medford|News|
Medford To Weigh Declaring Systemic Racism A Health Crisis
The City Council will consider asking the mayor and School Committee to jointly declare systemic racism a health emergency in Medford.
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Medford|News|
Medford Man Faces Drug Dealing Charge In Somerville
Joseph Mendez, 40, was with a woman and two young children when officers stopped him after witnessing a drug deal, police said.
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