Melrose|News|
More Money Needed To Fund Melrose Library Renovation
The $8 million grant only covers about 40 percent of the project's price tag. If construction does happen, it is likely to take 18 months.
Mike Carraggi, Patch Staff
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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Wakefield, MA|News|
Broadway Crossing Could Reopen Around Labor Day
And it'll maintain its "quiet zone" status, too.
Mike Carraggi, Patch Staff
Burlington, MA|News|
These Burlington Restaurants Got Restaurant Revitalization Money
Restaurants operators in Burlington got over $16 million from the fund, but thousands more in Mass. were shut out of the SBA program.
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Boston, MA|News|
The Massachusetts Economy Is Forever Changed: The HUB
Also: Boston mayoral race sees first candidate drop out. Plus, a casting call that'll have you dancing.
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Stoneham, MA|News|
These Stoneham Restaurants Got Restaurant Revitalization Money
Restaurants operators in Stoneham got over $4 million from the fund, but thousands more in Massachusetts were shut out of the SBA program.
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Melrose|News|
Only 1 Melrose Restaurant Got SBA Grant In COVID Relief Package
The $993 million given to Massachusetts restaurants was sixth highest of any state in the country.
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Burlington, MA|News|
National Grid Replacing 'Critical' Gas Main In Middlesex Turnpike
The work will take place in the overnight hours for about three months.
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Wakefield, MA|News|
Standoff Suspects Were Taken Down With Sonic Blast
The Wakefield police chief revealed more details of authorities' encounter with the heavily armed Rise of the Moors suspects.
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Boston, MA|News|
The State GOP Is On Notice — From Major Donors: The HUB
Also: No it's not your imagination, it's wetter than ever. Plus, BoltBus isn't dead yet, and furious BC parents.
Mike Carraggi, Patch Staff
Burlington, MA|News|
Student From Burlington Awarded National Merit Scholarship
A student from Burlington was awarded a National Merit Scholarship Monday, the Scholarship Corporation announced.
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Stoneham, MA|News|
See What The New Stoneham High School Would Look Like, Feature
The proposed new high school would have a pre-K learning center, turf athletic fields, walking paths, a 600-seat auditorium and more.
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Melrose|News|
With $8M 'Pot Of Gold,' Melrose Library May Finally Be Renovated
If approved, the project would move the library to a temporary location during construction.
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Boston, MA|News|
Checking In With The Local 9: The HUB
Also: The beaches you don't want to be swimming in, and the beach to watch some fireworks at. Plus, a giant leap for billionaires.
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Melrose|News|
Elsa Flooding Melrose Streets, Power Still On
The tropical storm is unleashing a downpour on the city.
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Burlington, MA|News|
Burlington Denies New Flagpole After Veterans Speak Up
There were more arguments for the U.S. flag — which some veterans said was under attack — than against the new pole.
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Burlington, MA|News|
Burlington CodeRED Emergency System Update
Along with emergency and critical messages, the CodeRED notification system will also enhance community engagement.
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Boston, MA|News|
Batten Down The Hatches!: The HUB
Also: When $4.3 billion isn't enough. Plus, Make The T Fun Again, and a scary attack is deemed a hate crime.
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Burlington, MA|News|
Burlington Has Opportunity To Keep School Children Safe: Letter
The ad hoc Transportation Committee wants the administration to enroll in the MA Safe Routes to School program.
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Boston, MA|News|
Gunman's Hate-Filled Journal Excerpts Released: Patch PM
Also: Walden Pond open for business once again | More trouble in Duxbury | Second Malden shooting in as many days | More.
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Melrose|News|
Melrose Liquor Commission Wants Changes Before Santa Fe Serves
The much-anticipated Santa Fe Burrito ran into some issues with the city's "more nuanced" liquor laws, as one commissioner put it.
Mike Carraggi, Patch Staff
