Medford, MA|News|
Medford Recognized For Its Recycling Efforts
The city was the one community selected by the Northeast Recycling Council.
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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Newton, MA|News|
New Fire Engine Rolls Out In Newton
The new apparatus replaces an old model from 18 years ago.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Names New Deputy Town Manager And Finance Director
Julie Wayman has worked her way up through the ranks in the Town Manager's Office.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|News|
Malden Protests ICE Arrest Of Resident: Report
The gathering included people in leadership positions within the city.
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Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Police Looking For Possible Bike Thief
The theft reportedly took place on Friday, Sept. 12.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Cambridge, MA|News|
Large Mural Stolen From Downtown Cambridge: Report
The creation was cut out from outside a business and taken in broad daylight.
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Newton, MA|News|
Newton Student Helping Less-fortunate Peers
Simone Gupta raises money for local children in foster care.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Asian Restaurant Coming To Mass Ave In Arlington: Report
Sumen has been in the works for a time and its grand opening is approaching.
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Medford, MA|News|
Medford Grant Will Fund Electric Vehicle Charging Initiative
The money will pay for the installation of numerous stations in different locations.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Animal Control Warns Against Puppy-selling Scam
Flyers have been found on resident vehicles and in other places in the city recently.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|News|
Large Truck Catches Fire In Somerville Neighborhood
Heavy smoke could reportedly be seen from the distance.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
9 MA Colleges Among Best In Country, U.S. News Says In New Ranking
The rankings evaluated 1,700 colleges and universities using more than a dozen measures of academic quality.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
Lasell University Helping Students With Financial Struggles
Tuition will soon be free for certain undergraduate students.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Police Cracking Down On School Bus Safety
The department's Traffic Unit is looking to discourage drivers from not stopping for school buses.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Resident Arrested In Massive Maine Drug Bust: Report
The 21-year-old was one of three people arrested.
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Melrose|News|
Melrose Appoints New Leader For Its Veteran Community
The city previously co-ran its veterans services with two other nearby communities.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Medford, MA|News|
Medford Implements Parking Enforcement At City Hall
Warnings will be given out to cars parked in the wrong section.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Hate Crime In Boston + Trash Strike Finally Ends + Mall Shooting Injures 2: MA Weekend
Plus: Two people were injured in a fireworks incident at Worcester's Polar Park. Don't miss our fall events list and our foliage forecast.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|News|
Arrests, Larceny, And Vandalism: Malden Police Log
The following events were reported to Malden police recently.
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Medford, MA|News|
Medford Police Looking For Missing Man
Resident John Bowen was last seen in West Roxbury.
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