Reading, MA|News|
Student Speakers Announced For Reading's 9/11 Commemoration
Three students will read their writing at an event on the Town Common marking the 20th anniversary of the attacks.
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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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Medford|News|
Candidate Profile: Andy Milne, Medford School Committee
Milne, a longtime teacher at Medford High School, shares why he is running for School Committee.
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Medford|News|
Candidate Profile: Mea Quinn Mustone, Medford School Committee
Mustone shares why she is seeking a fourth term on the Medford School Committee.
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Medford|News|
Paul Ruseau Running For Re-Election To Medford School Committee
Ruseau, father of two students in the MPS, hopes to continue to address issues of equity, access, hunger, poverty and racism.
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Boston, MA|News|
OK, Zoomer – MA Sets Standard For Youth Vaccinations: The HUB
Also: Hometown hero remembered; Calls to investigate prison violence; How a gunman changed history; More.
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Medford|News|
Letter: Candidates Ought To Endorse Diverse Redistricting
Matt Leming says candidates should "vocally and transparently" support new majority legislative districts for communities of color.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
When MA Can Expect Hurricane Ida's Leftovers: Patch PM
Also: Marathon organizers apologize to indigenous groups | Schools go beyond state mask requirements | Guns found after bar brawl | More.
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Medford|News|
Medford Has 4 Early Voting Days For Preliminary Election
Don't want to wait in line at the polls on Sept. 14? Here's how you can submit a ballot early.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Issues Vaccine Mandate For City Employees
All city staff must be fully vaccinated by Nov. 1 under the new requirement.
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Malden, MA|News|
Police Seize Guns, Drugs At Malden Motel
One person was arrested when officers responded to a disturbance at the Town Line Inn Aug. 29.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Found Dog: Do You Know This Pooch?
The dog was found wandering around upper Lebanon Street without a collar.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Fundraiser Started For Arlington Business After Weekend Fire
A fire hit Thrive Juice Cafe and a neighboring art gallery early Saturday, leaving the restaurant "indefinitely inoperable."
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Medford|News|
3-Alarm Fire Breaks Out In 'Hoarder-Like' Medford Apartment
The blaze started in an unoccupied apartment in "hoarder-like" condition, making it difficult to navigate, the fire department said.
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Reading, MA|News|
Reading Short On Crossing Guards
The police department said it has to prioritize certain postings this school year based on safety needs due to a dearth of applicants.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Stay Out Of Spy Pond: Toxic Algae Bloom In Arlington
Health officials issued a public health advisory Friday due to visible algal bloom in the pond, which can be harmful to people and animals.
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Medford|News|
New Life Sciences Facility Proposed In Medford
The city will hold a public meeting next month to discuss a proposed development on Mystic Valley Parkway.
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Reading, MA|News|
Letter: Attempt To Recall Shawn Brandt 'Unjust'
Mary Ellen O'Neill urges anyone asked to sign a petition to recall the School Committee member to "please say no."
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Malden, MA|News|
Brookline-Based Japanese Pub Expands Into Malden
Omori Izakaya & Sushi moved into the former Sousaku Bistro space on Eastern Avenue.
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Medford|News|
Motorcyclist Dies After Medford Tractor-Trailer Crash
A 23-year-old man was killed when his motorcycle struck the cab of a tractor-trailer that was turning into the Meadow Glen Mall.
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Medford|News|
Vaccine Proof, Clinics Part Of MPS Agreement With Teachers' Union
The Medford Public Schools announced a tentative agreement with the Medford Teachers Association, which also includes weekly testing.
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