Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Emergency Dispatcher Retires After 27 Years
The resident also worked for the DPW for 10 years.
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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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Historical Site Becomes Heritage Center
The location is the birthplace of an 18th-century Burmese missionary.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
'Wild Ride' Of A Winter For MA Predicted In New Long-Range Forecast
The forecast predicts a cold and snow-filled season.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Melrose|News|
Melrose Resident Arrested In Human Trafficking Bust: Report
Police arrested 13 people in total.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Melrose|News|
Melrose School District Receives Finance Audit
The results of the FY24 audit were presented to the School Committee recently.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|News|
Cause Of Somerville Fire Revealed By Department
The fire department released new details about the apartment fire.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
When Do You Stop For A School Bus? Know The Law In Massachusetts
Some states have stricter and more specific laws than others.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Medford, MA|News|
Medford Fire Displaces 11 Residents
The fire started early Wednesday morning.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Police Chase Ends With Man Hiding In Tree: Report
The suspect reportedly has a long criminal history.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Arlington, MA|News|
Unique Ice Cream Shop Filling The Shoes Of Long-time Arlington Staple: Report
An ice cream store is opening its newest location on Broadway.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|News|
Lyft Driver Charged With Rape In Somerville
The driver has been accused of raping a femae passenger.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Popular Bakery Closing Two Boston-area Locations
The bakery has numerous locations throughout New England.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|News|
Malden Launches New Community Grant Program
The program will award $200,000 annually to numerous local nonprofits and other organizations.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
Blue Line Closure Continues This Week In Boston
More than half of the subway's route is temporarily closed this week.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
Newton Has A Show-filled September Scheduled
A concert series is coming to the city next month.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Medford, MA|News|
Police Investigating Hit And Run Incident In Medford
A pedestrian was hit by a car and injured.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|News|
Fights, Robbery, And Theft: Somerville Crime Log
The following events were reported to Somerville police recently.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Apartment Fire Causes Multiple Injuries: Report
The blaze broke out late Sunday night.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Medford, MA|News|
Medford Police And Fire Investigating 2 Suspicious Fires
The fires both took place in the same area.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
County Sheriff Arrested + Truck Crashes Through Garage + Cannabis Closure Causes Layoffs: MA Weekend
Plus: a four-legged former racer is in need of a new home.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
