Boston, MA|News|
MA Faces Math Problem In Bringing Students, Teachers Back
The timeline for vaccinating educators doesn't match up with when Massachusetts wants to resume in-person classes full time.
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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|
Melrose-Wakefield AAUW Offers Two Scholarships
This year, the branch scholarship will be given in memory of Ann Haddock, late of Melrose, who passed away in October.
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Tewksbury, MA|News|
Gun-Stealing Man Arrested At Tewksbury Motel: Police
Michael Picardi, 33, was arrested Sunday after police responded to the motel for a report of a stolen gun.
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Boston, MA|News|
Dorchester Man Arrested After Trying To Run Over Officers: BPD
Eugene Parrish, 24, was initially pulled over as part of an investigation when police realized he did not have a valid driver's license.
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Boston, MA|News|
Trucker Indicted For Highway Deaths Of 7 Motorcyclists: Patch PM
Also: Outdoor dining is set to resume in Boston | Worcester Public Schools is applying for a waiver to delay school return | More.
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Boston, MA|News|
Boston Outdoor Dining To Resume March 22
The city's announcement is another spring in the step of residents eager for a new season.
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Boston, MA|News|
Biden's Vaccine Push Possible In MA If Feds Up Supply, Baker Says
The president wants all adults eligible to be vaccinated by May. Gov. Charlie Baker said Massachusetts can do it — but it needs more doses.
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Foxborough, MA|News|
Patriots Bringing Back Cam Newton For Another Year: Report
Newton will get another shot in New England after a rocky first year.
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Melrose|News|
Quarter Of Melrose Residents Have Gotten At Least 1 Vaccine Dose
The state's plan to prioritize the most vulnerable residents is showing in Melrose, where seniors have received the most vaccinations.
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Melrose|News|
Melrose Relaxes Fire Pit Enforcement As Weather Warms Up
Newly issued guidelines represent a departure from previous years when fire pits were not permitted in Melrose.
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Boston, MA|News|
CVS Adds 34 Vaccination Sites Across Massachusetts
The pharmacy chain is now administering the coronavirus vaccine in 85 locations throughout the state.
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Cranston, RI|News|
CVS Adds 4 Vaccination Sites Across Rhode Island
The pharmacy chain is now administering the coronavirus vaccine in 14 locations throughout the state.
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Boston, MA|News|
Boston Highway May Be Closed For Hours After Serious Crash
Route 1A has been closed in both directions in East Boston following a serious crash.
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Melrose|News|
Top Melrose Schools Admin Up For Westford Superintendent Position
Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning Margaret Adams is one of four finalists to replace Superintendent Bill Olsen in Westford.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
MA Tweaks Travel Order As Vaccinations Proliferate: Patch PM
Also: One year later, this COVID-19 survivor is getting back on her feet | A man and woman are accused of a two-state crime spree | More.
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Boston, MA|News|
MA Overhauling Vaccine Registration, Sets Dates For Teachers
Massachusetts will allow people to pre-register for appointments and set aside four days to vaccinate teachers only.
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Melrose|News|
Melrose Lays Out Free Cash Plan, Some Councilors Eye New Focus
The mayor's administration outlined a plan to spend nearly $5 million in free cash, but some think priorities need to change post-COVID.
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Boston, MA|News|
Elementary, Middle School Students Expected Back Next Month
The state education commissioner flexed his newly granted power in determining which learning models count toward required learning hours.
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Cranston, RI|News|
RI Vaccinating All Teachers, School Staff, Childcare Workers
The state initiative won't impact the vaccination timeline for other groups, health officials said.
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Boston, MA|News|
Boston Traffic Not America's Worst For First Time In 3 Years
A new report found Boston drivers lost 48 hours — or two days — in 2020 due to traffic congestion, which is far better than previous years.
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