Boston, MA|News|
Who's More 'Boston' – And Does It Matter For Mayor? The HUB
Also: Push to make mail-in, early voting permanent; Rally for a better T; Tiny home with a big price tag; More.
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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Email: alex.newman@patch.com
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Malden, MA|News|
Best Malden Area Pumpkin Patches
Early October is a wonderful time to visit a pumpkin patch in the Malden area.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Pumpkin-Picking Patches Close To Arlington
Landmark pumpkin patches and farms in Massachusetts offer a ton of autumn fun for the family.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Area Pumpkin Patches To Visit In 2021
Early October is a good time to visit a pumpkin field in the Somerville area.
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Reading, MA|News|
Reading Pumpkin Patch Farm Guide 2021
Get ready for Halloween and family fun in the Reading area by visiting these nearby pumpkin patches in 2021.
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Malden, MA|News|
Man Accused Of Killing Malden Teen In 1991 Held Without Bail
Rodney Daniels, 48, pleaded not guilty in connection with Patricia Moreno's murder.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Teen Shoots Somerville School Employee With BB Gun: Police
Police responded to three reported assaults in Somerville from Sept. 22-27.
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Boston, MA|News|
Senate Panel Deadlocked On Rollins U.S. Attorney Nomination
Republican senators Tom Cotton and Ted Cruz led the opposition to Rollins, calling her efforts at criminal justice reform "radical."
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Somerville, MA|News|
'We Are Somerville' Art Installation Unveiled At Assembly Row
The installation, which consists of three giant vertical banners, depict people who live or work in Somerville.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Schools' COVID Testing Will Include 'Test And Stay'
The protocol, implemented in many nearby communities, allows close contacts to stay in school as long as they test negative for COVID daily.
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Medford|News|
Wegmans Hosting Local Hiring Event, With Bonuses Up To $1,500
The Rochester-based company is looking to hire 375 people across six stores, including Medford.
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Medford|News|
Medford Gets Outside Help For Veterans Services Work
Meanwhile, the city council is formally calling for the reinstatement of Veterans Services head Michael Durham.
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Malden, MA|News|
Patricia Moreno: Arrest Made In 30-Year-Old Malden Cold Case
Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan said a Georgia man has been charged in the 1991 murder of 17-year-old Patricia Moreno.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Assembly Row To Host First Oktoberfest Event
The free event in Somerville will feature live music, craft beers and a costume contest for dogs.
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Medford|News|
Medford Schools Get 100 Backpacks From Members Plus Credit Union
Superintendent Edouard-Vincent said the partnership with Members Plus helps the MPS "better meet the needs of our district."
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Somerville, MA|News|
3 Somerville Residents Charged In Protest At Gov. Baker's Home
Eight members of the group "Extinction Rebellion Boston" were arrested after tying themselves to a boat outside Baker's Swampscott home.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Splash Pad, Workout Area Coming To Somerville Junction Park
The city will use a $400,000 state grant to renovate and expand the park near the Community Path extension.
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Malden, MA|News|
Charter Group Pans Malden School's Cultural Criteria Lawsuit
Mystic Valley Regional Charter School sued DESE over criteria designed to encourage diversity, which it says is "censoring" its mission.
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Medford|News|
Medford Man Wins $1M Mass. Lottery
A winner of the "Cash To Go" instant ticket game plans to buy a new truck with his winnings.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Best Schools: How Somerville Ranked On 2022 Niche List
The data analysis company Niche looked at academics, teachers and diversity in schools and districts serving Massachusetts.
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