Reading, MA|News|
How Reading Is Observing Memorial Day 2020
In lieu of its typical Memorial Day ceremony, Reading is inviting residents to decorate their front doors in a patriotic manner.
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|
Driver Hospitalized After Car Crashes Into Stoneham Pond
A woman was seriously injured when her car went off the road and into Dark Hollow Pond.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Catholic Students Petition For In-Person Graduation
Some seniors are calling on Headmaster John Thornburg to hold off on graduation until it's safe to hold an in-person ceremony.
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Boston, MA|News|
Take Our Survey: What Do You Think Of MA's Reopening Plan?
Businesses are tentatively scheduled to start reopening May 18, but the question remains about how many people will be comfortable to go.
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Stoneham, MA|News|
Obituary: Kathy Foley, 61, Lifelong Stoneham Resident
"Anyone who met Kathy knew she had a heart of gold."
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Developing 20-Year Transportation Master Plan
The town is seeking resident feedback on aspects of transportation and mobility as it creates a plan for the next 20 years.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Hair Cuttery's Parent Company Ordered To Pay Back Wages In MA
Labor officials said Creative Hairdressers, which filed for bankruptcy, owed more than $1.1 million in final paychecks across 15 states.
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Medford|News|
Medford Commuter Rail To Close For GLX Work
The Lowell Commuter Rail Line will be replaced by shuttle buses for nine days.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Coronavirus Update: 7 New Deaths Reported
The total number of coronavirus cases has surpassed 700.
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Medford|News|
3-Alarm Medford Fire Displaces Multiple Families
Crews battled a multi-alarm fire on Canal Street Monday.
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Medford|News|
Medford Student Selected For National Fellowship
Maria Rocha, a Medford High School sophomore, was one of 30 students nationwide selected for the HERLead Fellowship.
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Malden, MA|News|
Encore Boston Harbor Outlines Coronavirus Reopening Plan
Customers will see temperature checks, plexiglass barriers, less seating and more masks when the casino reopens.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Anti-Racism Group Apologizes For Campaign Mailer
Officials clarified that a mailer containing promotional materials for a candidate for School Committee did not come from the town.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Launching Virtual Town Hall Series
The city will host a series of meetings with Mayor Curtatone so residents can learn more about the local coronavirus response.
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Stoneham, MA|News|
Stoneham Coronavirus Update: Number Of Cases Above 300
The town will hold a drive-thru mask distribution event this weekend at Stoneham High School.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Deadly Bike Crash, Nighttime GLX Work: Somerville Top Stories
Here's a look back at what happened in Somerville last week.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Deadly Bike Crash, Restaurant Closes: Arlington Top Stories
Here's a look back at what happened in Arlington last week.
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Malden, MA|News|
Coronavirus Latest, Local Heroes: Malden Top Stories
Here's a look back at what happened in Malden last week.
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Medford|News|
'Dire' Budget Situation, Deadly Outbreak: Medford Top Stories
Here's a look back at what happened in Medford last week.
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Arlington, MA|News|
What Arlington High School's 2020 Graduation Will Look Like
The district worked with student groups and health and safety officials to develop a socially distant celebration.
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