Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Police Looking For Person Of Interest In Numerous Crimes
The person is possibly connected to an incident involving breaking and entering, trespassing and defacing property.
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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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville City Councilor Running For State Senate: Report
Matthew McLaughlin is a Somerville native.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Man Charged With Attempted Child Enticement And Transmission Of Obscene Material
The man was reportedly talking with an undercover agent posing as a 14-year-old girl online.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|News|
Truck Fire Extinguished In Somerville
One firefighter was injured when crews responded to the scene.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|News|
Malden Firefighters Make Frozen Pond Rescue
A teenager fell through the ice of a frozen body of water.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Medford, MA|News|
Medford Elementary School Shutting Down Due To Suspected Norovirus Outbreak
The school will be closed for at least one day after it had hundreds of absences on Wednesday.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Medford, MA|News|
Medford Police Mourn Death Of Former Captain
The former officer died at the age of 81 earlier this week.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Senior Living Space Helping Residents With Technical Difficulties
The center launched a program that aims to help seniors master technology.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Cambridge, MA|News|
Cambridge Police Investigating Shooting Incident
The crime took place in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|News|
Japanese Takeout Restaurant Opens In Somerville
The takeout spot reportedly offers meals for all times of the day.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
1 Person Arrested After Boston Medical Center Stabbing Leaves Worker Critically Injured: Report
The stabbing took place in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Kicking Off Hanukkah With Menorah Lighting Celebration
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne will lead the event.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
2 Newton Nonprofits Receive Funds From New Balance Foundation
The New Balance Foundation donates to organizations as well as community projects.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
Arrest Made In Connection To Person Being Pushed Onto North Station Train Tracks: Report
An elderly woman was injured after being pushed down onto the tracks last Thursday.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Medford, MA|News|
Medford Police Make Arrest In Serial Tire Theft Case
The person is believed to be responsible for similar instances in other communities as well.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Melrose|News|
Former Melrose High Soccer Player Leads Haitian Team To World Cup: Report
The Caribbean nation will make its second appearance in the world's largest soccer tournament.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Melrose|News|
Melrose Looking For Input On Future Plans For Historic Hall
The city is working out how to use a state grant.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Police Celebrate Superintendent's Storied Career
The officer retired this week after 35 years of service.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|News|
Firefighters Battle Blaze At Multi-family Malden Home
The fire broke out in the late afternoon.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Melrose|News|
Melrose Lays Out Usage Plan For Latest Opioid Abatement Funds
The city receives money annually to use for a variety of initiatives.
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