Boston, MA|News|
Biden Taps Suffolk DA Rachael Rollins For US Attorney
If confirmed, Rollins would become the first Black woman to be the state's top prosecutor.
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Mike Carraggi, Patch Staff
- Melrose, MA
Mike joined Patch in 2016 after eight years at The Boston Globe. He managed and directed news coverage in Southern New England before moving to the Product Team. Tell me how we can make Patch better at mike.carraggi@patch.com.
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Melrose|News|
Longtime Melrose Schools Administrator Retiring This Fall
Patricia White-Lambright, the assistant superintendent of pupil personnel services, has served the district for 14 years.
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Boston, MA|News|
Remembering A Beloved Local TV Editor: The HUB
Also: A new indoor mask mandate for a town struggling with COVID. Plus, surge may put worker plans on hold, and the mayoral ballot is drawn.
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Burlington, MA|News|
Burlington's Low COVID Numbers Triple As Virus Rebounds
Seven out of every 10 Burlington residents has at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine.
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Stoneham, MA|News|
Stoneham's Low COVID Numbers Nearly Double As COVID Rebounds
Three out of every four Stoneham residents has at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine.
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Wakefield, MA|News|
Wakefield COVID Numbers Remain Steady As MA Sees Rebound
One Middlesex County city has already brought back a mask advisory. It's unclear if Wakefield or any others will follow suit.
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Melrose|News|
Melrose COVID Numbers, Already Low, Double As Virus Rebounds
One Middlesex County city has already brought back a mask advisory. It's unclear if Melrose or others will follow suit.
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Boston, MA|News|
It's The Return Of The Masks: The HUB
Also: Baker is out on happy hour, even if he's a "stick in the mud." Plus, more poor air quality, and sports betting gains traction.
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Melrose|News|
Melrose Library Project Gets $2M Boost From Trustees
Half of the estimated cost of the renovation project is now accounted for.
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Melrose|News|
Melrose Summer Stroll 2021 Right Around The Corner
The Melrose Chamber of Commerce and the City of Melrose will host the Eighth Annual Summer Stroll on Friday, July 30th, 2021.
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Boston, MA|News|
MA Has No Plans To Change Rules Despite COVID Rebound
Gov. Baker sought to downplay the impact just a day after the state reported its largest caseload since before the mask mandate was dropped.
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Melrose|News|
Downtown Alleyway Finally Getting A Purpose
The Central Terrace alleyway between the Y and Rising Eagle will undergo a transformation into a much more versatile space.
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Stoneham, MA|News|
Stoneham Town Day 2021 Set For September
While officials are hoping for a more normal Town Day, some things are still pending. COVID-19 cases are back on the rise across the state.
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Melrose|News|
Roosevelt Circle, I-93 Lanes Reopening Thursday
The travel lanes will finally be reopened — with some restrictions — until permanent repairs are made.
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Burlington, MA|News|
Burlington May Have To Shift First-Grade Class Due To Enrollment
"I know that's not acceptable but we're having to make some difficult choices," Superintendent Eric Conti said.
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Stoneham, MA|News|
Stoneham Field Of Honor Returning This November
Up to 500 flags will adorn the Central Middle School field for a week to honor veterans, military members and first responders.
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Melrose|News|
Melrose Library Needs An Upgrade, For Equity And Safety's Sake
Whether the renovation comes now on the back of an $8 million state grant or another time, it needs to happen.
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Boston, MA|News|
COVID Won't Let Us Move On: The HUB
Also: Bring your umbrella — and maybe your hard hat, too. Plus, the low-license plate lottery, and Boston's "shameful" traffic.
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Melrose|News|
1 Of Melrose's Gateways On And Off I-93 Needs Months Of Repairs
Roosevelt Circle will not be back to full operations for months, crippling one of the primary ways people filter in and out of Melrose.
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Melrose|News|
City Council Tasks Other Bodies To Increase Remote Access
The City Council committed to continuing expanded remote participation and encouraged other boards and committees to follow suit.
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