Newton, MA|News|
Traffic Change In Newton Makes A Difference As School Year Starts: Report
The change was made to make traffic flow safer during school commutes.
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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Melrose|News|
Melrose Cultural Council Grant Application Cycle Begins
Residents and organizations can apply to have their community events funded.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Police Investigating Attempted Juvenile Kidnapping
The boy reported being approached by a masked man in a car.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Unveiling New Mountain Biking Area
The Parks and Recreation Department facilitated the project.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
Boston Sushi Chain Launching New Location
The Seaport location is the third in the city.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|News|
Malden Police Make Drug Bust During Vehicle Stop: Report
Two people have been charged related to the incident.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
Large Development Possibly Coming Near Newton Train Station
Mark Development has been working with the Lower Fall Improvement Association for multiple years on this project.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Police Warn Against Text Scam
The texts claim to be coming from Amazon Web Services.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Retail Chain Closing Stores + Young Firefighter Dies In Crash + Fruit Farm Industry Struggling: MA Weekend
Plus: an elderly woman dies in a Middleboro house fire.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Melrose|News|
Assaults, Juveniles, And Vandalism: Melrose Crime Log
The following events were reported to Melrose police recently.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|News|
Arrests, Assaults, And Hose Attacks: Somerville Crime Log
The following events were reported to Somerville police recently.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Charges Dropped Against 2 People In Brookline Shooting: Report
Four people were originally arrested related to the incident.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Medford, MA|News|
Medford Police Officer Receives Promotion
The officer was formally promoted from sergeant to lieutenant.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Stoneham, MA|News|
Stoneham Woman Wins $1 Million Lottery Prize
The resident won $1 million with a $10 ticket.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
New Newton Plaza Connects Community With All It Has To Offer
The outdoor space opened earlier this summer.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
29 MA Colleges Among 500 ‘That Shine’ With Top Salaries For Grads: Forbes
The colleges were ranked based on their ability to produce successful graduates in good financial situations.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
MBTA Green Line Seeing Partial Shutdown In September
Shuttle buses will replace trains for the portion of the route that is closed.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
New Chinese Restaurant Coming To Brookline: Report
The restaurant is taking over a vacant spot on Beacon Street.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|News|
Malden Ushering In Fall With Fairy House Festival
The family-friendly festival is held at a well-known park.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline School Unveils Brand New Space Ahead Of School Year
The school was chosen to have its teachers' lounge fully renovated with the help of the Boston Bruins.
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