Newton, MA|News|
Newton Man Who Was Convicted Felon Pleads Guilty To Drug, Gun Charges
Shawn Craig pleaded guilty in federal court to distribution of cocaine and possession of a firearm as a convicted felon.
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Melrose, MA|News|
Melrose: Redevelopment Work Starting At Franklin Market Building Site
Demolition of the current building will take place soon and a new mixed-use structure will include retail space and apartments.
Dan Shalin, Patch Staff
Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Announces Robbins Farm Park Playground Construction Plans
The $2.1 million renovation will create Arlington's "first universal designed playground intended to be accessible to all abilities."
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville's Civic Day Gives Residents Chance To Learn About City
At the first-ever event, attendees can tour City Hall and meet the mayor and councilors. There also will be kids activities, food and music.
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Newton, MA|News|
13 Newton Students Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists
Hundreds of MA students were among the more than 16,000 national semifinalists announced in the 69th National Merit Scholarship Program.
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Brookline, MA|News|
6 Brookline Students Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists
Hundreds of MA students were among the more than 16,000 national semifinalists announced in the 69th National Merit Scholarship Program.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Student Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist
Hundreds of MA students were among the more than 16,000 national semifinalists announced in the 69th National Merit Scholarship Program.
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Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Hosting 4 Free Flu Vaccination Clinics
The Department of Public Health calls the vaccine "consistently the best defense against the flu."
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Mayor Announces City Is Housing Migrants At Local Motel
Mayor Gary Christenson said MA Gov. Maura Healey is sending the National Guard to Malden to help the migrants.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Hosting Strike Up The Bands Street Festival
The event will feature live music, family activities and local artisans and give attendees a chance to celebrate free and open streets.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Unveils New Pickleball Courts
The city financed the project using American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds designed to encourage people to pursue more outdoor activities.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Hosting Public Reception To Introduce New Town Manager
Many already will know Jim Feeney, who has worked for the town since 2009, most recently as the deputy town manager for operations.
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Newton, MA|News|
Newton Election: Ward Councilor Races Down To 2 In Wards 2 And 6
Municipal preliminary elections were held Tuesday in 2 wards. The top 2 vote-getters in each will square off in the municipal election.
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Medford, MA|News|
Medford Mystic River Celebration To Feature Music, Artisans, Food, Fun
The event at the Condon Shell is sponsored by the Coalition for Arts, Culture and a Healthy Economy (CACHE).
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Residents Asked To Take MBTA Communities Zoning Survey
The survey is part of the city's effort to comply with the "MBTA Communities" law that requires zoning for multi-family housing.
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Melrose, MA|News|
Melrose Begins Water Flushing, Hydrant Testing. Learn Times, Locations
Flushing and testing are conducted to improve water quality and to test and operate the city water system's valves and hydrants.
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Woburn, MA|News|
Woburn School And City Officials Named In Locker Room Attacks Lawsuit
The victim's family is seeking $750K in damages, claiming authorities permitted a toxic culture that promoted bullying and violence.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Will Host Armenia Tree Project Wine-Tasting Fundraiser
The event will raise money for a local nonprofit that plants trees and creates economic opportunities in Armenia and Artsakh.
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Newton, MA|News|
Newton Centre Site Of Bakery's New Pop-Up Shop
Babka, Bourekas and Challah highlight what currently is a limited menu at this establishment, which has 2 other Boston area locations.
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Newton, MA|News|
Newton Community Pride Hosting Fall Concert Series
Scheduled to perform are: the Nate Aronow Nextet, Afrika Gente and the Isabel Stover Jazz Quartet. Find out more details about the shows.
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