Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Sets Fall Flu Clinics
The city will hold two free clinics for residents in October and plans to offer more throughout the fall and winter.
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|
Pop-Up Beer Garden Coming To Medford
The event will feature live entertainment and beers from the Medford Brewing Company.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Police Investigate Damage To War Memorial
Police said the memorial to Sgt. Henry Hansen at Hansen Park was damaged.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Traffic: Utility Work On Park Avenue
Police said to expect delays at the Concord Turnpike area.
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Boston, MA|News|
Conviction Upheld In 'Horror Story' Murder: The HUB
A controversial solution for Mass. and Cass; Free parking returns to first public beach; Rollins hits back against "surreal" attacks; More.
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Reading, MA|News|
This Week: Overnight Work On Main Street In Reading
A minimum of one lane will be open while pavement marking work is done during overnight hours.
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Arlington, MA|News|
'Survivor' Has A Local Castaway: Patch PM
Also: Ex-head of police union charged in OT fraud; Near-historic Powerball swells to even higher heights; Facebook, Instagram down; More.
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Reading, MA|News|
Reading Police Welcome New Outreach Coordinator
Krystal Mellonakos-Garay will work to expand outreach efforts related to substance misuse and develop prevention programming in Reading.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Resident Competing On 'Survivor'
Evvie Jagoda, a 28-year-old PhD student, is one of 18 castaways on the 41st season of the reality series.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Accepting Marijuana, Alcohol Applications
The Select Board will accept applications for marijuana Host Community Agreements, as well as an all-alcohol license, by Oct. 29.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Fall Brings New Leaf Blowing Rules To Somerville
Here's what you need to know to prevent a potential fine of $300.
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Medford|News|
Medford Sets 32 Strategies To Combat Climate Change
The city has a goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Pressley Endorses Ballantyne, Burnley, More In Somerville
The congresswoman, who represents Somerville as part of the 7th District, endorsed eight candidates for local office.
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Malden, MA|News|
Obituary: Margaret LaBerge, 76, Formerly Of Malden
Margaret worked in the Malden Public Schools teaching special education, history and reading.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Drafts New Maps For 16, 21 Voter Precincts
Officials have proposed reducing the number of precincts to allow for flexibility in the face of expected changes to election law.
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Medford|News|
Medford Pledges To Cut Greenhouse Gas Emissions In Half By 2030
Medford joined the "Cities Race to Zero" campaign, which brings together businesses, investors and communities to tackle climate change.
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Reading, MA|News|
Reading Police Wearing Pink Badges For Breast Cancer Awareness
Residents may purchase the department patch with a recommended donation of $10, which will benefit the Tanner Ta Ta Foundation.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Awarded $400K Grant To Improve Its Largest Park
The project to revitalize and update Devir Park will be completed in two parts, the first of which is expected to cost about $3 million.
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Medford|News|
Medford City Councilor George Scarpelli Running For Re-Election
Scarpelli was elected to the city council in 2015 after six years on the school committee.
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Medford|News|
Medford Area Pumpkin Patches To Visit In 2021
Halloween and fun are right around the corner, and you don’t have to travel far to find the best fall pumpkins in the Medford area in 2021.
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