Somerville, MA|News|
Middlesex DA Coming To Somerville To Discuss Unsolved Murders
Two women were found dead 16 years apart. Their cases remain unsolved.
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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Medford, MA|News|
Medford Taking Part In National Prescription Take Back Day
The initiative is nationally recognized on a day in late April.
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Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Police Looking To Identify Potential Vandal
The man was caught on camera when confronted by an officer.
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Newton, MA|News|
Brain Tumors Found In 5 Newton Hospital Nurses: Report
The nurses all work on the same floor at Newton-Wellesley Hospital.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Police Make 2 Arrests In Home Invasion
The apprehensions were made four days after last week's incident.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Begins Bridge Replacement Project
The town started a three-phase project on a major bridge this month.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Man Arrested In Maine Drug Raid: Report
Police raided a home in Maine and found marijuana paraphernalia.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Tariffs May Make These 10 Things Pricier In MA
President Donald Trump has enacted reciprocal tariffs on numerous countries.
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Melrose|News|
Arrests, Hit And Runs, And Vandalism: Melrose Police Log
The following events were reported to Melrose police recently.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Names Day In Honor Of Sexual Assault Survivors
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Somerville.
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Medford, MA|News|
Medford Business Owner Named Chamber's Citizen Of The Year
Bill Cummings owns a successful real estate business and philanthropic foundation.
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Cambridge, MA|News|
2 Pedestrians Struck By MBTA Vehicle In Cambridge: Report
The two victims were reportedly transported to the hospital.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Has A Lot To Say About Parking Lots
The town is soliciting feedback on what to do with parking lots located on Coolidge Corner.
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Medford, MA|News|
Tufts University Shows Support For Student Detained By ICE: Report
The University's president said ICE's investigations provided no evidence.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Launches Inclusive Outdoor Initiative
The two-part program focuses on students and residents with disabilities.
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Melrose|News|
Melrose Mayor Discusses Financial Future
Mayor Jen Grigoraitis spoke about how the city works to fund artistic initiatives with a limited budget.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Promotes 2 Of Its Police Officers
A ceremony was held earlier this week to honor the pair's new positions.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Whole Foods Worker Charged With Assault On The Job: Report
A 21-year-old is accused of attacking another person with a knife.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
3 MA Restaurants And Chefs Are James Beard Awards Nominees
The James Beard Awards recognize exceptional talent in the culinary and food media industries.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Provides Update On Park Avenue Safety Project: Report
The project is focusing on three Park Avenue intersections.
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