Medford|News|
Medford City Councilor Rick Caraviello Announces Re-Election Bid
Caraviello, currently in his 10th year on the city council, has served in various leadership roles, including three terms as president.
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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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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Woman Named President Of New England Water Works Assoc.
Erica Lotz, who has more than 20 years of experience in engineering consulting, was elected to lead the group of water works professionals.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Annual What The Fluff? Festival Begins In Somerville
The annual event celebrating Somerville's quirkiest – and perhaps most famous — export went virtual in 2020, but returns for its 16th year.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden To Tackle Traffic Safety In Ward 3
The city will hold a community meeting Thursday to discuss solutions to speeding, congestion and pedestrian safety concerns.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Resident Surprised With Lifetime Achievement Award
Marion Desmond has spent her life giving back as a school nurse, food pantry volunteer and North Shore Black Women's Association member.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Officials Warn Of Two 'Troubling' TikTok Trends
One challenge encourages users to take large doses of Benadryl to induce hallucinations, while another promotes theft and vandalism.
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Medford|News|
'Devious Licks' TikTok Trend Encourages Teens To Steal, Vandalize
One Medford teacher said she felt "mistrust" after falling victim to the challenge, which encourages students to post their hauls on TikTok.
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Medford|News|
MCAS Scores Slip In Pandemic Year: Patch PM
Also: Man charged in parking lot shooting | School district recognized for diversity | Alarming details in Green Line crash | More.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Most Diverse School District In MA, According To Niche
The Niche rankings also recognized two Malden schools as being among the most diverse public schools in the state.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Man Charged In Shooting Near Somerville Convenience Store
Police: Devonte McCormick fired at two men after they hit him and chased him behind the convenience store following an apparent drug deal.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Reprecincting, State Of The Town Forums In Arlington Wednesday
Learn about the reprecincting process, as well as the town's ongoing economic recovery, at two public meetings Wednesday.
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Reading, MA|News|
Overnight Closures, Detours To Start On Reading's Main Street
Closures will begin Tuesday night as paving marking work is done on Main Street.
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Malden, MA|News|
Letter: Why I Am Running For Malden City Council
Karen Colón Hayes, candidate for City Council At Large, shares her vision for Malden's future.
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Malden, MA|News|
Letter: Fight For Fair, Living Wages
Ari Taylor, City Council candidate in Ward 5, shares why she stood in solidarity with Local 26 on Labor Day.
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Malden, MA|News|
Letter: The Importance Of Strengthening The Social Safety Net
City Councillor Ryan O'Malley shares ways neighbors can provide support in a time of crisis.
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Somerville, MA|News|
La Cucina Closes After 2 Years At Assembly Row
The Italian restaurant closed earlier this month "due to unforeseen circumstances."
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Arlington, MA|News|
Revilak Governor's Choice For Arlington Redevelopment Board
Stephen Revilak, a Town Meeting member, was appointed to a two-year term on the Board by Gov. Charlie Baker.
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Boston, MA|News|
'Humanitarian Crisis' At Mass. And Cass: The HUB
Also: Unwanted sexts cost trooper his job; Stairs where professor died removed; School takes drastic measures amid bus shortage; More.
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Medford|News|
Paulette Van Der Kloot Withdraws From School Committee Race
Van der Kloot has served on the Medford School Committee for 32 years.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Racist Taunts Alleged During High School Football Fight: Patch PM
Also: MA native wins big at Emmys | Police sergeant charged with OUI | Mask mandate hits another major city | More.
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