Malden, MA|News|
Malden Police Seek Suspect In Attempted Robbery, Assault
Police said a man was assaulted after an attempt to steal his personal belongings Wednesday night.
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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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Boston, MA|News|
Despite Court Ruling, Mass. And Cass Still Complicated: The HUB
Also: Museum workers strike | $8 million for free buses | Lawmakers can't make a deal | Emergency rooms keep patients waiting | More.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden City Council Hit By Another Costume Controversy
Ward 8 Councillor Jadeane Sica was slammed by advocacy groups for a 2019 costume that referenced the Robert Kraft prostitution case.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Sets Christmas Tree Lighting At Fellsmere Pond
The annual event will include music, hot chocolate and a special visit from Santa.
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Medford|News|
H.S. Hockey Team Scandal 'Traumatized' Town: Patch PM
Also: Kindergarten quarantine | Man pees on bus passenger | Bullet on school bus | Vote tallies go missing | Somerville Sparkles | More.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Sparkle, Beloved Dog Turned Somerville Celebrity, Passes Away
A fixture in her Somerville neighborhood, Sparkle received an outpouring of support after she was diagnosed with incurable jaw cancer.
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Medford|News|
Medford Cancels Vaccine Clinic For Teens
The clinic for 12-18-year-olds, scheduled for Wednesday at Medford High School, was canceled because not enough people signed up, MPS said.
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Reading, MA|News|
New Reading Animal Clinic Building Breaks Ground
The clinic is constructing a nearly 11,000-square-foot building next to its current facility.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Names New Environmental Planner, Conservation Agent
David Morgan comes to Arlington with several years of experience in environmental research, planning and policy.
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Malden, MA|News|
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics For Malden Children Ages 5-11
There are three upcoming clinics for some of Malden's youngest residents. Pre-registration is required.
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Medford|News|
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics For Medford Children, Teens
There will be vaccination clinics this Wednesday and Saturday in Medford.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Mom Sues Over Early Pandemic Shift To Online Classes
Three parents of special needs students are suing DESE and their districts, alleging their kids weren't suitably prepared to go remote.
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Boston, MA|News|
WATCH LIVE: Michelle Wu Sworn In As Mayor Of Boston
Wu will make history Tuesday as the first woman and person of color elected mayor.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Adding Another Week Of Yard Waste Collection
Residents may set out their waste on their regular trash day, but should expect delays due to increased volume and a contractor shortage.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Woman Pulled Machete On Cab Driver In Arlington: Police
Britany Goldberg, 29, threatened the driver and told him she was not going to pay her fare, police said.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Woman Reported Missing Monday Night
Rose Marie Marc, 70, was last seen near the Malden-Everett line, police said.
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Boston, MA|News|
More Than History, Hope For A New Era: The HUB
Also: Billions in infrastructure funding headed MA's way | Jailing people for addiction treatment | Christmas trees going fast | More.
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Reading, MA|News|
Reading Names Its First Health Director
Adetokunbo Solarin, most recently the health director in Danvers, will lead the newly created Reading Health Department.
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Medford|News|
New Development District Included In Medford's Zoning Proposal
The district, designed to promote a "flexible process for innovative proposals," is among the proposed amendments to the zoning ordinance.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Advances Project To Improve Stratton School Safety
The project includes installing new sidewalks, narrowing roadways to slow cars and providing safe pedestrian crossings.
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