Boston, MA|News|
Boston Police Officer Shot After Park Shootout: Report
A man was also shot multiple times and is under arrest at the hospital.
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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Brookline, MA|News|
Busy Brookline Street Closed For Annual Event
Brookline Day is taking place this weekend.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Medford, MA|News|
Tufts University Helping Students Who Struggle To Afford Tuition: Report
Tufts University enrolls nearly 7,000 undergraduate students.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Pairing Police Up With Mental Health Professionals
The people will be used to respond to mental health-related emergencies.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Legal Threat Causes End Of Brookline Tutoring Program: Report
The Calculus Project will no longer be implemented at Brookline High School.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
Newton Police Chief Announces Retirement Plans
The chief plans to retire next year after nearly three decades of service.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
Newton Neighborhood Displays Sculpture From Local Artist
The sculpture was created by a local artist.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
Student Stabbed At Boston High School: Report
The incident occurred in the middle of the school day.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville's Assembly Receives Transportation Emphasis Grant
Multiple grants total nearly $60,000.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
Newton Armory Being Transformed Into Apartments: Report
The armory was a historical site originally owned by the state.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|News|
Malden Police Honoring Fallen Officer With Fundraising Walk
The beloved lieutenant died last year.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
Newton Senior Living Office Shutdown Resulting In Layoffs
The national company has a corporate office in the city.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
New Massachusetts Flag, Seal, And Motto Down To 3 Finalists
The state is looking to rebrand with new designs.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|News|
Malden Police Looking For Pair Of Possible Watch Thieves
The duo reportedly worked together to steal a Rolex watch, according to police.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Residents Protest Rent Increases: Report
Protestors want to get 75,000 signatures for a rent control ballot initiative.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Native Is Squaring Up To Cancer
Devon Shatkin is boxing for a good cause this fall.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Melrose|News|
Melrose Offering Financial Olive Branch For Certain Residents
A fund is used to help elderly and disabled residents with property taxes.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Medford, MA|News|
Early Voting Underway For Medford City Council Preliminary Election
The preliminary election will narrow down the large group of candidates before November.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Melrose|News|
Melrose Resident Making First Run At School Committee
Three spots on the committee are up for reelection this year.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Launching New Composting Program
The program is starting in East Somerville with the hope of expansion.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
