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Chelmsford Increasing Police Patrols At Ballot Drop Boxes
Secretary of the Commonwealth William Galvin directed communities to improve security after a ballot box was set ablaze in Boston.

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Secretary of the Commonwealth William Galvin directed communities to improve security after a ballot box was set ablaze in Boston.

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Chelmsford has been high-risk for three straight weeks moved back to Phase 3, Step 1 of the state's reopening plan Monday.
Waltham has been high-risk for the coronavirus for three weeks and must move back to phase 3, step 1 of the state's reopening plan.
There several registered sex offenders listed in the state database and both list Chelmsford as their work place.
The critical drought in the area has resulted in significant environmental impacts, including issues for Brookline trees.
Brookline police are investigating after the theater's board found its bank account empty.
The town passed a non-binding resolution to help reduce fossil fuel use help the commonwealth achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions.
Auto repair shops surviving, but wonder what happens if another significant surge is followed by another stay at home order?
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A state official said they have found no cause for concern regarding voting in Waltham this election, despite a few hiccups.
There are 10 registered level 2 and 3 sex offenders listed in Newton.
The town is set to open a COVID-19 virus testing site next to Town Hall in November.
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One Waltham teacher lost her son in a tragedy, now she is hoping to raise awareness about mental health issues.
Five residents died and several more tested positive for the coronavirus at a Chelmsford nursing home recently.
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One way is to donate time or resources to your local food bank or food pantries.
One way is to donate time or resources to your local food bank or food pantries.