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Medford Firefighters Slated for 2013 Raises Following 21-Month Freeze
Medford City Council reviewed the Fire Department budget Wednesday.
Jarret Bencks, Patch Staff
Jarret Bencks, Patch Staff
- Medford, MA
After graduating from the University of New Hampshire in 2008, I had a summer internship with The Eagle-Tribune newspaper, where I covered Southern New Hampshire. After the internship, I stayed there two years as a reporter before coming to Medford to work for Patch in August 2010.
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School Committee Restores Foreign Language, Athletics Funding, But Cuts Remain
Middle school foreign language, athletics and student activities funding restored to school budget.
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Medford School Committee Approves Budget
Some areas slated for cuts were restored, but not all.
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Summer Reading Lists for Preschoolers and Kids Ages 2 to 7
Patch has teamed up with James Patterson’s READKIDDOREAD program to bring you reading lists for every age. If you’re looking for some great summer reading options, check out this list of The Best Illustrated books from James Patterson.
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Summer Reading Lists for Kids Ages 8 to 12
Patch has teamed up with James Patterson’s READKIDDOREAD program to bring you reading lists for every age. If you’re looking for some great summer reading options, check this list of “Favorite Pageturners” from James Patterson. These books are great read.
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Summer Reading List for Tweens and Teens, 11 and up
Patch has teamed up with James Patterson’s READKIDDOREAD program to bring you reading lists for every age. Here, James Patterson’s summer reading picks for tweens and teens, ages 11-up.
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Summer Reading Lists for Kids Ages 6 to 9
Patch has teamed up with James Patterson’s READKIDDOREAD program to bring you reading lists for every age. If you’re looking for some great summer reading options, check this list of “Terrific Transitional” books from James Patterson.
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Sen. Jehlen: Foreclosure Bill Will Keep People in Their Homes
Legislation was passed last week.
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Concerns Voiced Over Proposed School Funding Cuts
Students, parents and teachers turned out for a meeting at Medford High School Monday.
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On the Agenda: Police, Fire, DPW Budget Review
Items from upcoming city council meetings.
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John Perella Selected as New Medford High Headmaster
Selection announced Monday night.
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Interfaith Park Clean Up a Success, Another this Weekend
Over 30 volunteers helped clean up Victory Park.
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Proposed School Budget Would Cut Middle School Foreign Language, Reduce Staff
Proposed budget is $2.5 million more than last year's, but about $1 million short of offering level services, according to Medford Superintendent.
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Police Log: Three Arrested on Breaking and Entering Charges
Medford police log, Friday, June 8 to Sunday, June 10, 2012.
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VIDEO: Venus Transit 2012 from Super Hi-Def NASA Camera
Miss the transit? See this ultra high-def video of it.
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Around the Region: Shots Fired in Malden Armed Robbery, Fire at Retired Cop's Winchester Home Was Arson, Officials Say
Some of the top recent stories from just beyond Medford's city lines.
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Former Winter Hill Gang Boss Pleads Not Guilty, Free on $25k Bail
Howie Winter is accused of conducting extortion, with some of his alleged actions taking place in Medford.
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