Malden, MA|News|
Malden Coronavirus Update: Cases Rise To 192
Mayor Gary Christenson has extended the deadline for tax and excise bills as the number of confirmed cases nears 200.
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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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Medford|News|
Medford Sees At Least 5 Coronavirus-Related Deaths
The number of coronavirus cases in Medford rose to 176 Wednesday.
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Wakefield, MA|News|
Wakefield Coronavirus Update: Cases Rise To 60
The town has implemented new parking restrictions to deter visitors to Lake Quannapowitt.
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Reading, MA|News|
Turkey Smashes Through Window In Reading
A turkey went through the window of a home Tuesday, leaving "lots of broken glass and a large mess."
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Cancels 4th Of July Fireworks, June Events
City-sponsored events or events permitted by the city, including some early summer favorites, have been canceled through June.
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Medford|News|
Medford Schools Open Online Kindergarten Registration
Here's how you can register for kindergarten online.
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Malden, MA|News|
Encore Casino Donates Masks, Food And Supplies To State
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission voted to extend casino closures until at least May 4.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Boston Sports Clubs Sued For Collecting Fees During Shutdown
The state AG's office has received over 100 complaints about the company, which is still charging members during the coronavirus crisis.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Coronavirus Cases At 2 Arlington Senior Care Homes
The number of confirmed cases in Arlington rose to 42 this week.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington To Honor Late Veteran With No Living Family
Residents are invited to safely line Mass. Ave. Wednesday to honor Mary Foley, an Air Force veteran who passed away Saturday at 93.
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Malden, MA|News|
Body Found On Revere Beach
Investigators believe the man may have washed ashore near the Oak Island Bath House.
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Stoneham, MA|News|
Stoneham Sees First Coronavirus-Related Death
The Stoneham Board of Health was notified of a death due to the coronavirus Friday.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Latest Arlington Coronavirus Updates
The town is turning its attention to resident needs and developing community building activities during the shutdown.
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Medford|News|
Tufts Opens Residence Halls To Medical Staff, Recovering Patients
The university is helping hospitals prepare for a surge of cases that threatens to overwhelm their capacity.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Coronavirus Update: 100+ Confirmed Cases
The latest numbers from the city show dozens of people have recovered from the virus.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Record MA Unemployment Amid Coronavirus: Self-Employed In Limbo
Massachusetts officials said they have received limited guidance for the self-employed who are out of work amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Puts Additional Restrictions On Grocery Stores
Local health officials are concerned about the stores' ability to maintain physical distancing between customers.
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Medford|News|
Medford Coronavirus Update: 100+ Confirmed Cases
Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn started a #StayHomeFor social media challenge over the weekend to encourage residents to stay connected.
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Medford|News|
Complaints Mount Against Boston Sports Clubs During Shutdown
The state AG's office has struggled to get a response from the company, which is still charging members during the coronavirus crisis.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Coronavirus Cases Rise, More Residents Being Monitored
The number of coronavirus cases across Malden has surpassed 80.
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