Somerville, MA|News|
4 MA Cannabis Dispensaries Closing Soon: Report
Ayr Wellness will layoff more than 150 employees as a result of the closures.
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 Man In Critical Condition After Going On Auto Theft Rampage
The crime spree took place across multiple communities last week.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Bike Path Receives Multiple Artistic Additions
The town's Arts and Culture Commission led the creation of three murals.
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Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Resident Sues To Block Construction Of Apartment Complex: Report
The plaintiff lives adjacent to where the building is slated to be built.
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Newton, MA|News|
Historical Newton Homestead Getting Major Update
The Jackson Homestead was owned by an important 19th-century Newton family.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Reaches New Agreements With 2 Crucial Unions
Negotiations from the city's side were led by Mayor Katjana Ballantyne.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Child Falls From Window + Giant Lizard Found + Trash Strike Reaches 6 Weeks: MA Weekend
Plus: An air quality alert has been issued for the state due to wildfire smoke.
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Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Police Looking For Suspected Serial Larcenist
The man is a person of interest in multiple recent incidents.
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Medford, MA|News|
3 Hospitalized In Medford Highway Crash: Report
One person was ejected from their car.
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Brookline, MA|News|
Police Identify Person Of Interest In Burglary Incident
The man has since been arrested and charged.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|News|
Portion Of Somerville Path Detoured
The Community Path is undergoing a temporary closure.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Resident Attacked By Raccoon: Report
The woman suffered facial injuries when the nocturnal creature jumped at her.
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Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Police Looking For 2 Possible Thieves
The two are believed to be part of a larceny incident earlier this month.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
30 Cars Vandalized In Quincy + Fans React To Fenway Food Strike + Adorable New Support Dog: MA Weekend
Plus: this grocery store has the cheapest prices in the state.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Environmental Protest Taking Place In Busy Somerville Square
The protest will attempt to block traffic on Friday.
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Melrose|News|
Assaults, Drugs, And Vehicle Violations: Melrose Police Log
The following events were reported to Melrose police recently.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
Arlington Resident Missing In Boston Area
The man never returned home after a doctor's appointment.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
New Leader Announced At Newton Nonprofit
The organization helps the local senior population with their everyday lives.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Medford, MA|News|
Medford Asking Community's Help In Keeping City Beautiful
The city has launched a program that incentivizes businesses to maintain public spaces.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Here’s Where Designers In MA Are Going For The Best Antique Finds
The popular television network HGTV got opinions from designers throughout the country.
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