Arlington, MA|News|
Bear Spotted At Lexington Farm After Causing School Delays
Just after 2 p.m., Arlington Police said the bear was spotted at Wilson’s Farm in Lexington.
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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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Live In Former Church, Barn, Or Lighthouse In These 5 Converted Homes
From a former barn to a lighthouse, these converted homes are truly one-of-a-kind.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
White Lion Baking Company Opens Newton Location
The paleo, gluten-free, grain-free bakery is opening a Newton location at 95 Wyman Street in the village of Waban.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Somerville|News|
Off-Duty Somerville Firefighter Saves Hockey Players Life, Is Awarded
Somerville Firefighter John Gullage was at the Veterans Skating Rink when a hockey player collapsed on the ice. Here’s what he did next.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Medford, MA|News|
Medford Fire Chief Urges Lithium-Ion Battery Safety After Recent Fires
"Unfortunately we expect to see more,” Medford Fire Chief John Freedman said, after two recent lithium-ion fires displaced almost 12 people.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Porsche Dealer Plans Overhaul Renovation
A proposal shows plans to replace the existing Porsche of Boston dealership at 1168 Commonwealth Ave. with a new, modern facility.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
Newton Residents Call For Repeal Of Overnight Parking Ban: Report
Jim Cote and Jeremy Freudberg called the overnight parking ban “outdated, unnecessary, and exclusionary," reports Fig City News.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Melrose, MA|News|
Melrose Nonprofit In Need Of New Pajamas For Foster Kids
MelroseKind has asked community members to drop off new pajamas in newborn through teenage sizes on their Kindness Porch at 249 Grove St.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Somerville|News|
Juneteenth Kicks Off In Somerville With Flag Raising Ceremony
The ceremony at city hall will include performances, remarks, poetry, ice cream and refreshments.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Medford, MA|News|
Medford To Add Three More Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
New stations will be installed in West Medford, South Medford, and at Brooks Elementary School thanks to a $100,000 state grant.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|News|
Juneteenth Kicks Off In Malden With Freedom Celebration
Malden's sixth annual Juneteenth Freedom Celebration will be held at Lincoln Commons Park on June 17.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Juneteenth Kicks Off In Brookline With Block Party
Juneteenth observances in Brookline kick off with a block party at the Florida Ruffin Ridley School on June 18.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Melrose, MA|News|
Melrose Student Earns National Merit Scholarship
Belmont Hill School’s Jeremy Eaton earned the National Merit Villanova University Scholarship.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
Newton Student Earns National Merit Scholarship
Newton South High School’s Joshua Sebastian earned the National Merit University of Texas at Dallas Scholarship.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Medford, MA|News|
Medford Police Warn About Home Improvement Scam
Medford Police said a senior resident recently fell victim to a home improvement scam and lost a large sum of money.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Somerville|News|
Somerville Gets Three New Firefighters
Three new Somerville Firefighters graduated from the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy in Stow on June 2.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
Crash On I-95 Northbound In Wellesley Has Been Cleared
MassDOT reports there is no longer a crash at Exit 36 and Route 16 on I-95 northbound in Wellesley.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Police Emphasize Importance Of Water Safety Education This Summer
There have already been five drownings in Massachusetts this month. Here are some things you can do to stay safe this summer.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Melrose, MA|News|
Five Melrose High School Students Receive ACE Mentor Scholarship
The ACE Mentor Program introduces high school students to the architecture, construction, and engineering industries.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
Newton High Schooler Starts Tutoring Nonprofit For Tibetan Students
Neena Tarafdar founded the tutoring nonprofit The Lotus Project in 2022 as a high school sophomore. Here’s how she’s making a difference.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
