Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Chef Is A 2020 James Beard Award Finalist
A local chef is a repeat finalist for the James Beard Award for Best Chef in the Northeast.
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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Medford|News|
Medford Coronavirus Cases Rise Above 800
An outbreak at a local senior care facility claimed the lives of 54 residents and infected over 100 more.
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Reading, MA|News|
MGH Nurse 'Continues Staying Positive, Smiling': Patch Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories!
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Medford|News|
Whole Foods Worker 'Has Not Missed A Day': Patch Hero
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Malden, MA|News|
Keeping People Connected Through Tai Chi: Patch Hero
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Medford|News|
Coronavirus Outbreak Leaves 54 Dead At Medford Nursing Home
More than 100 additional residents and dozens of employees have tested positive for the virus.
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Reading, MA|News|
Reading Coronavirus Update: 200+ Cases, 28 Deaths
The town will hold a mask distribution event Wednesday for residents ages 60 and older and other vulnerable populations.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Coronavirus Cases Rise Above 600
There have been nine deaths attributed to the coronavirus in Somerville.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Coronavirus Cases Rise At Arlington Senior Living Homes
Coronavirus latest: the Arlington Board of Health will meet this week to discuss Gov. Baker's latest face mask order.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Coronavirus Cases Rise Above 800
Malden expanded testing options with the opening of the Cambridge Health Alliance's testing center last week.
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Stoneham, MA|News|
'She Spreads Love To Everyone In Our Community': Patch Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories!
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Reading, MA|News|
'They Work Tirelessly To Keep Food Pantry Running': Patch Hero
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Malden, MA|News|
Nursing Home Director 'Wonderful And Caring': Patch Hero
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Arlington, MA|News|
Whole Foods Worker 'Always Puts Others First': Patch Hero
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Medford|News|
Rate Of Fatal Crashes In MA Doubles, Despite 50% Cut In Traffic
Transportation officials have noticed a "dangerous trend" on the state's roadways during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Medford|News|
Medford Looks To Past Recession Amid 'Dire' Budget Situation
The extent of the city's budget shortfall is unknown, as potential state and federal aid is still up in the air.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Sushi Restaurant Closes After 21 Years
Toraya Restaurant, which said its landlord plans to demolish its Mass. Ave. building, is looking to open in another location.
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Somerville, MA|News|
J.Crew Files For Bankruptcy
The retailer had been struggling in recent years, and the coronavirus derailed plans for its successful Madewell brand's IPO.
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Medford|News|
Pandemic A Speed Bump In Medford Bakery's Road To Opening
After years of delays, the Beddiars wouldn't let the coronavirus prevent them from bringing Colette Bakery to life.
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Wakefield, MA|News|
Genesis 'Doing Everything' To Keep Residents Safe: Patch Hero
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