Reading, MA|News|
Redevelopment Of Old Chronicle Building Prompts Traffic Change
The project to turn the site on Main Street into a mixed-use living and commercial development began Wednesday.
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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.
Alex lives in Chelsea with his fiancée, their dog and a revolving door of foster puppies.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Teen Found After Being Missing For Weeks
Police said Thursday 16-year-old Amber Hazeltine has been located. She was reported missing Nov. 10.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Salon's Black Lives Matter Mural Vandalized
A video shared on TikTok showed that someone had spray-painted over part of the mural on the store's window.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Police Mourn Loss Of Sgt. Michael Giordano
Giordano died Wednesday following a battle with a "devastating illness," Chief Kevin Molis said.
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Medford|News|
Medford High School Students Walk Out After Incidents Of Violence
Principal Paul D'Alleva said two incidents on Tuesday left students "shaken and concerned over how such unacceptable conduct could happen."
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Somerville, MA|News|
Yakitori Totto Opens At Somerville's Assembly Row
The New York-based Japanese restaurant, once endorsed by Anthony Bourdain, brought another location to the shopping and dining complex.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Woman Pleads Guilty In Drug, Weapons Plot
Feds: Christina Bernbaum, 23, and her boyfriend participated in a conspiracy tied to shootings in Somerville, Chelsea and Cambridge.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Awarded $326K Grant For Electric School Buses
The district will replace two older diesel vehicles with new model battery electric buses.
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Malden, MA|News|
COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Clinic For Malden Residents
The Health and Human Services Department has announced a booster clinic this weekend.
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Reading, MA|News|
Reading Ice Cream, Sandwich Shop Gets Opening Date
Fat Larry's will open in the former Olde Redding Butcher Shop location this week.
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Medford|News|
I-93 Crash, Fuel Spill In Medford
One lane is closed as crews work to clean up a fuel spill on the southbound side of the highway.
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Reading, MA|News|
Dominatrix Found Guilty In 2018 Murder: Patch PM
Also: $1M get well card | Man killed in shootout ID'ed | Mask-wearing T passenger threatened | 3rd Attleboro drive-by shooting |More.
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Reading, MA|News|
Where To Buy A Christmas Tree Near Reading
Many local Christmas tree farms are taking COVID-19 precautions to help you and your family enjoy a happy holiday.
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Medford|News|
Where To Find Christmas Trees In 2021 In The Medford Area
Local Christmas tree farms are welcoming families back to their lots this year as the country emerges from the pandemic.
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Malden, MA|News|
Christmas Tree Farms Near Malden: Your 2021 Guide
A Christmas tree shortage means families should get a tree earlier than usual.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Christmas Tree Shopping In The Arlington Area? Local Guide
Fewer Christmas trees will be available this year due to supply chain delays.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Christmas Tree Shopping Guide For 2021
Fewer Christmas trees will be available this year due to supply chain delays.
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Reading, MA|News|
Reading's 'Shop The Block' Encourages Shopping Local
Many downtown businesses will have extended hours and specials during the three-day event.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Toys For Tots 2021: Bring Gifts To Arlington Verizon
Wireless Zone is collecting new, unwrapped toys for children until Dec. 10.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Names Michael Ciampa Inspectional Services Head
Ciampa, the former owner of M.J. Ciampa Construction, has been Arlington's building inspector since 2018.
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