Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Making Progress On New High School
The district announced that the third of three construction phases was just completed.
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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Somerville, MA|News|
Building Partially Collapses In Somerville: Report
The structure reportedly fell apart Monday evening.
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Medford, MA|News|
Medford Interim Fire Chief Earns Permanent Title
The Mayor appointed Todd Evans after his strong examination performance.
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Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Police Looking For Possible Shoplifter
The man was recently caught on surveillance footage.
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Cambridge, MA|News|
Cambridge Police Respond To Gunshots Near Central Square
Nearby officers responded after hearing shots fired.
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Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Reveals FY2026 Financial Plan
The budget has been shared with residents prior to a formal presentation upcoming later this week.
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Melrose|News|
State Rep. Appointed Leader Of Firearm Study Commission
Kate Lipper-Garabedian is the House Chair of the relatively-new Special Legislative Commission on Emerging Firearm Technology.
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Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Officer Struck By Vehicle While On Duty: Report
The officer was hit while working a traffic detail in the southern part of town.
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Newton, MA|News|
Newton Youth Invited To Unique Civic Event
The city's first-ever Civic Spotlight is coming later this week.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Sues Trump Over Immigration Laws
The city alleges the administration is withholding federal funding as a way to get it to participate in a mass deportation effort.
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Newton, MA|News|
Fortune 500 Company Relocating To Newton: Report
Global Parents LP is planning a move from Waltham to Newton in the next year.
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Melrose|News|
Larceny, Motor Vehicle Thefts, And Gas Leaks: Melrose Police Log
The following events were reported to Melrose police recently.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Arrest, Assault, And Stolen Vehicles: Somerville Crime Log
The following events were reported to Somerville police recently.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
When Does Daylight Saving Time Begin? What To Know In MA
The President has discussed his desire to eliminate daylight savings time entirely.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Appoints New DEI Director
Ramsha Baluch assumed her new role earlier this month.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Another Candidate Joins Somerville Mayoral Race
Jason Mackey announced his candidacy Friday.
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Medford, MA|News|
Irish Pub Launches In Medford Sqaure
Mrs. Murphy's is the newest addition to Medford's many food options.
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Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Health Department Still Offering Flu Vaccines
The department advised residents on how to limit the spread of the sickness.
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Melrose|News|
State Rep. Lipper-Garabedian Opening Her Doors To Constituents
The State Rep. will soon be holding a scheduled office hours session.
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Boston, MA|News|
Boston Residential Fire Required Evacuation: Report
A three-story residential building was evacuated after a fire began on Thursday.
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