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Talking COVID-19 With MelroseWakefield's Top Doctor
"Every day I come to work and hope there are more people vaccinated today than yesterday because I see the people in the hospital."

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"Every day I come to work and hope there are more people vaccinated today than yesterday because I see the people in the hospital."

After a number of humbugs Saturday, the Patriots coach might as well have been carving the roast beast with reporters Monday morning.
Children 5-11 who got their first shot at the last clinic, as well as new patients, can get the COVID-19 vaccine this weekend in Wakefield.
While the residential tax rate fell by 41 cents, it was more than offset by a 7.6 percent increase in home valuations.
Several universities are requiring booster shots for students, faculty and staff to be on campus in the spring semester.
Despite some communication, there has been a sentiment the Red Raider process has not been overly accessible to the public.
There is no threat to the school but there will be police activity during dismissal.
The recommendations for a new mascot and nickname aim to be ones "that people can feel good about."
A Facebook post had people thinking the Burlington Mall Santa was a sex offender, but a local news outlet cleared up the confusion.
"You stick to those three rules, you'll have a great time in New England," a former Patriots star cornerback said during the game.
Police said while the student displayed "poor judgement" his actions did not meet criminal standards.
Results from surveys sent earlier this fall indicate current students and staff are much more open to change than the rest of the community.
No injuries were reported during the fire at Colonial Point Apartments, a 178-unit building on Audubon Road.
A mild start Monday will gave way to a cold front tonight, but forecasters are eyeing midweek snow.
There were more than 100 COVID-19 cases reported over the past two weeks. A booster clinic will be held Tuesday at Memorial Hall.
The labor secretary is one of the more prominent names to have been rumored to be mulling a gubernatorial run to succeed Charlie Baker.
Boston hasn't seen a White Christmas in more than a decade. But the forecast isn't totally humbugging the possibility of one this time.
The Melrose tree lighting kicks off events Friday night, and on Saturday trolleys will carry shoppers looking for holiday cheer.
In this season of giving, Melrose residents have several great ways to make a big difference for those in need right here in our community.
Both the state Democratic and Republican parties sought to frame Baker's decision as an ousting from the Trump-controlled MassGOP.