Newton, MA|News|
Newton Teacher Recognized For Her Career Impact
The award recipient is an art teacher for a private school.
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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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Rate Of Inflation Drops To 4-Year Low: See How Prices In MA Compare
President Trump announced a universal 10 percent tariff that took effect in early April.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
MA Movie Theater Chain To Offer Half-Price Tickets - With A Catch
The discount becomes available when customers join a program of the theatre.
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Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Police Seeking Supposed Larcenist
Police believe the individual stole property from a building in Coolidge Corner.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Man Pleads Not Guilty In Somerville Cold Case Murder: Report
Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan indicted the man in April.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Native Announces City Council Campaign
Holly Simione is the latest name to join a seemingly crowded and competitive race.
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Melrose|News|
Arrests, Fights, And Vandalism: Melrose Police Log
The following events were reported to Melrose police recently.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Assaults, Break-ins, And Fights: Somerville Crime Log
The following events were reported to Somerville police recently.
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Newton, MA|News|
Lane Closures Upcoming For Major Massachusetts Highway: Report
The closures are an effect of a bridge reconstruction project.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Medford, MA|News|
Medford Chooses Developer To Carry Out Large-Scale Project
The city wants to build new residential and retail space in the vicinity of Medford Square.
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Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Looking For Nonprofits To Join Boston Marathon Team
Team Brookline has been raising money for the town for 13 years.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Educators Push For Increased Funding
Educators rallied during a budget hearing earlier this week.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
'Gulf Of America' Vote Passes: See How Your MA Rep. Voted
The proposal would rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Town Meeting Approves FY2026 Budget: Report
The article was approved during Town Meeting's second week.
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Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Police Looking For Pair Of Possible Assailants
The two men are believed to be involved in an assault that involved a knife.
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Brookline, MA|News|
5 Brunch Spots Near Brookline Mom Will Love
Mother's Day 2025 is on Sunday, May 11.
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Newton, MA|News|
5 Brunch Spots Near Newton Mom Will Love
Mother's Day 2025 is on Sunday, May 11.
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Arlington, MA|News|
5 Brunch Spots Near Arlington Mom Will Love
Mother's Day 2025 is scheduled for Sunday, May 11.
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Somerville, MA|News|
5 Brunch Spots Near Somerville Mom Will Love
Mother's Day 2025 is scheduled for Sunday, May 11.
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Medford, MA|News|
5 Brunch Spots Near Medford Mom Will Love
Mother's Day 2025 is scheduled for Sunday, May 11.
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