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Medford Officials Hint At Following Boston's Vaccine Mandate
The mayor's office said it is working with health officials to develop a policy for businesses that will "protect patrons and employees."

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The mayor's office said it is working with health officials to develop a policy for businesses that will "protect patrons and employees."

The Somerville Theatre's popular holiday tradition will be cut short this year due to COVID-19.
The boyfriend of Sherell Pringle, whose body was found in the marsh off Route 107 in Saugus Tuesday afternoon, has been taken into custody.
In her weekly update to families on Friday, Superintendent Edouard-Vincent said the symbol was "scribbled inside a bathroom stall."
The Board of Health will consider an order Tuesday night requiring proof of vaccination to visit indoor restaurants, gyms and more.
"The virus doesn't recognize municipal boundaries," Town Manager Adam Chapdelaine said.
Health and Human Services said cases "shot up" in November and are on pace to surpass that number this month.
City Councilor Nicole Morell says there are "many opportunities for progress" within the climate crisis.
Richard Savage plans to put his annual winnings from the Lucky for Life game toward his retirement.
Mayor Curtatone will address the Somerville community on Monday as he prepares to leave office at the end of his ninth term.
John Schurko, 56, was charged in federal court in connection with the robbery of a convenience store on Dec. 12.
The brewer, which has three locations in greater Boston, may be coming to Somerville, according to a report.
The winter solstice arrives in Medford on Dec. 21. The days are short now, but will only get longer from here.
The winter solstice arrives in Malden on Dec. 21. The days are short now, but will only get longer from here.
The winter solstice arrives in Somerville on Dec. 21. The days are short now, but will only get longer from here.
The winter solstice arrives in Reading on Dec. 21. The days are short now, but will only get longer from here.
The winter solstice arrives in Arlington on Dec. 21. The days are short now, but will only get longer from here.
Espresso Pizza, which had been around since the 1970s and was popular among Tufts students, closed over the weekend.
Mayor-elect Ballantyne gathered advocates and professionals to advise on issues like COVID recovery, climate change and affordable housing.
Here's how Medford residents can get involved in local government.