Medford|News|
Accused Gang Member From Medford Charged In Drug Plot: Feds
Christopher Phann, 29, is one of 15 suspected members of One Family Clique charged in a drug trafficking and money laundering conspiracy.
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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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Proposes Extending Eviction Ban For Residents
The mayor's proposal would also end the commercial eviction moratorium and allow landlords and their agents to enter residential units.
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Malden, MA|News|
Letter: A Park For All Of Us
Candidate for City Council Ari Taylor weighs in on the turf vs. grass dilemma at Roosevelt Park.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Moves Ward 6, Precinct 1 Polling Place
The City Council unanimously approved a new polling place for voters in Ward 6, Precinct 1 June 8.
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Reading, MA|News|
Further Main Street Closures Planned In Reading
Overnight closures will be in place next week for the $5.6 million resurfacing and improvement project on Route 28.
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Medford|News|
Medford City Councilor Adam Knight Running For Re-Election
Knight has led efforts to support working families and believes it is possible to build a "Medford that works for everyone."
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Medford|News|
Medford Apartments Went Without AC During Heat Wave: Report
Riverside Towers, which houses elderly and disabled residents, did not have air conditioning for much of the heat wave, a WCVB report found.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Man Pleads Not Guilty In Crash That Killed 19-Year-Old
Authorities say William Leger crashed head-on into another car after robbing a convenience store and fleeing the wrong way down Route 107.
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Medford|News|
Medford Swears In 2 New Police Officers, 1 Student Officer
"I'm so happy to have them as part of our department and know they will make the city proud!" Mayor Lungo-Koehn said.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Woman Sentenced For Embezzling Social Security From Bank
Feds: While working at Eastern Bank, Materesa Jose stole more than $27,000 from an account belonging to a person who died in 2015.
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Malden, MA|News|
13-Year-Old Malden Boy Found Safe
Police sought the public's help in finding Marcus Cole, who was reported missing Wednesday night.
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Medford|News|
School Committee Member Jenny Graham Running For Re-Election
Graham is the owner of a local small business and parent of two students in the Medford Public Schools.
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Malden, MA|News|
Memorial Square Honors First Malden Firefighter Killed On Duty
James Fagan died while battling a fire at the corner of High and Ferry Streets in 1868.
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Reading, MA|News|
Reading Town Hall Reopens Following Board Of Health Approval
The Board of Health unanimously approved the lifting of all pandemic-related emergency orders, clearing a path for Town Hall to reopen.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville's Bantam Cider Shutting Down
The company is closing its taproom and making its ciders available in stores for just a few more months.
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Medford|News|
Wright's Pond Readies For Summer In Medford
The pond will open for the 2021 season June 21. Here's what to know about memberships, hours and more.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Early Dismissal For Arlington Schools Due To Heat
Arlington schools will let out early Tuesday as the forecast calls for continued oppressive heat.
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Medford|News|
Chevalier Theatre Adds Jeff Foxworthy, Patton Oswalt, More
The Medford theater has been hard at work getting things up and running again, adding a host of new shows to its lineup.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Summer Festivals Include Car Show, Live Music, More
Festivals will be held every other week this summer to support local businesses as they rebound from the pandemic.
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Reading, MA|News|
Heat Wave, Drownings Force MA Towns Into Action: Patch PM
Also: Funeral set for police officer | 61 underage drinkers caught | Rally for police officer shot by suspect | MA AG on opioid case | More.
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