Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
CDC Issues Mpox Health Alert, Warns Of Resurgence: What To Know In MA
Mpox virus could make a comeback, the CDC has warned. See MA case data.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
- Somerville, MA
Annie is a Local Editor at Massachusetts Patch. She covers the areas of Somerville, Arlington, Medford, Malden, Melrose, Brookline, and Newton. Born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio she received her bachelor's in English Literature at Boston University, and her master's degree in multimedia journalism from New York University's Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, rollerblading, bird watching, and nature walks. Want to connect? Send tips, ideas, press releases, book recommendations and photos of birds to annie.jonas@patch.com
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Medford, MA|News|
Medford Missituk Elementary Teachers Experiment With ‘Maker Education'
Maker education is the concept of using hands-on activities to support learning. See the “critter bots” Missituk Elementary teachers made.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|News|
Malden Launches 'Mini Grant' Program to Aid Nonprofit Organizations
The grant program is now open and authorizes a maximum grant of $10,000 to the city’s nonprofits.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Somerville|News|
Taste Of Somerville Returns In June After Three-Year Hiatus
The event will continue its 26-year legacy this year to celebrate Somerville’s local restaurants.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Resident Wins $5K At Cal Poly Student Startup Competition
Logan Hughes and other Cal Poly students won third place for their business idea Spikeless, a wristband that tests drugged drinks.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
Newton Community Farm Gets Solar Power Panels To Grow Crops
The solar panels will allow the farm to grow crops and power other activities with clean energy.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Arlington, MA|News|
Incident At Arlington Catholic High Ends Lacrosse Season Early: Report
Arlington Catholic Principal John Graceffa told WHDH the early cancellation of the JV lacrosse season was due to an athlete being harassed.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Arlington, MA|News|
Natural Gas Leaks Worsening In Arlington
National Grid, the gas utility company in Arlington, recently reported that there were 181 natural gas leaks in town in March of 2023.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Melrose, MA|News|
Look Inside Aging Melrose Police, Fire Stations At Open Houses
Melrose community members are invited to see firsthand what the aging buildings look like inside and out.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Campaign Finance Law Violation Complaint Submitted By Brookline Woman
Joslin Murphy has submitted a claim of several violations of the campaign finance law in connection with Brookline’s town election in May.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
$129M Tax-Exempt Bond To Be Used For Senior Housing In Newton
2Life Opus Newton LLC is using the proceeds to purchase four acres of land in Newton and build 174 apartments for middle-income seniors.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Hydrant Flushing Continues Through June
Flushing hydrants and checking street valves is part of Arlington Water Division’s annual maintenance procedures.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Somerville|News|
Brookline Police Chief ; Melrose Hospital ‘C’ Grade: Patch Top Stories
See the week's top stories for Somerville, Arlington, Melrose, Medford, Malden, Brookline, and Newton.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
Newton Businesses Thrive With Help From Local Woman’s Marketing Firm
“All Over Newton kept us alive,” business owner Chris Osborn said of Lauren Berman’s website and marketing firm.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Video Shows Man Take Credit Card From Brookline Locker Room: Police
The Brookline Police Department said the man got away with spending over $12,000 in merchandise with the stolen credit card.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Melrose, MA|News|
Melrose Food Rescue Nonprofit Donates Half A Million Pounds Of Food
Half a million pounds distributed equals 435,000 meals and 1.2 million pounds of greenhouse gas emissions prevented, The Food Drive said.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
See Newton Community Pride's 2023 Community Micro Grant Recipients
The 501(c)(3) organization builds community for Newtonians to enjoy through free arts and culture programming, public art, and volunteerism.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|News|
Malden Looking For Its Next Poet Laureate
The Malden poet laureate will serve a two-year term from July 2023 to June 2025 and will receive a $2,500 stipend per year.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Medford, MA|News|
Medford’s Route 28 Rotary To Experience Lane Closure For Bridge Repair
The work will begin at 8:00 p.m. on Friday, May 12, and continue until 4:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 13.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline’s Second-Annual Spring Fest Coming Up Soon
The event celebrates the town’s conservation efforts and teaches community members how they can protect and promote nature.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
