Brookline, MA|News|
Stolen Car Runs Wild In Brookline: Report
A delivery driver had his car stolen when he momentarily left it.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
- Melrose, MA
Ben Pierce is a Patch field editor covering the communities of Melrose, Malden, Medford, Somerville, Arlington, Newton, and Brookline. He graduated from Marist College in Poughkeepsie, New York in 2021 with a bachelor's degree in communication and a concentration in sports journalism. Ben can be reached at benjamin.pierce@patch.com.
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Boston, MA|News|
Charles River Bacterial Advisory Lifted
The advisory was in place for three months due to the presence of dangerous algae.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Unveils Brand New High School
The multi-million dollar project came to fruition this week after a six-year process.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Police Make Drug-Related Arrest
The officers recovered what it believed to be one of the most dangerous illegal drugs.
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Newton, MA|News|
Newton Elementary School Recognized As One Of The Best In The State
The 2026 ranking of the nation's best public elementary schools is based on publicly available data from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Malden, MA|News|
Past And Present Malden Mayors Recognized At Gala
The past three leaders of the city came together for a special honor.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden School Sets Guinness World Record: Report
The Salemwood School organized more than 1,000 of its community members to make history.
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Cambridge, MA|News|
Arrest Made In Weekend Stabbing Incident In Cambridge
A juvenile was arrested two days after the crime took place, according to police.
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Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Ending Halloween Season With Eco-Friendly Event
Residents can properly dispose of pumpkins and other decorations in a fun way.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Voters Can Choose Potential Charter Changes
An updated version of the charter will appear on the ballot in next week's election.
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Melrose|News|
Harassment, Hit And Run, And Trespassing: Melrose Police Log
The following events were reported to Melrose police recently.
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Melrose|News|
Melrose Symphony Orchestra Season Starting With Special Performance
The orchestra's newest season is beginning in early November.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Candidate Profile: Kristen Strezo For City Councilor At Large
Kristen Strezo shares why she should be reelected.
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Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Begins Townwide Fire Station Restoration Project: Report
Each of the town's fire stations will be getting major upgrades for the first time in nearly a century.
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Needham, MA|News|
Police Looking For Young Group Of Electric Bikers In Needham
The group has reportedly been committing dangerous traffic violations.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Assault, Breaking And Entering, And Road Rage: Somerville Crime Log
The following events were reported to Somerville police recently.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Gov Prepares For SNAP Cutoff + Teen Rescued From NH Hiking Trail + Crane Collapse Kills 2: MA Weekend
Plus: a winning lottery ticket is on the verge of going to waste.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|News|
At Least 2 People Dead In Everett Crane Collapse: Report
A crane fell from a far height on Friday afternoon.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Here’s How Much More MA Social Security Recipients Will Make With 2026 COLA
The COLA is financed by payroll taxes collected from workers and their employers.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Catholic Cuts The Ribbon On Massive Addition
The school has seen a relatively large amount of expansion in the last decade.
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