Melrose|News|
Melrose Mom Sets Record Straight After Son's Positive Test
Christine Hickey made it clear football activities had nothing to do with her son's infection, and she didn't appreciate the online chatter.
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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|
COVID Testing In Melrose As Local Cases See Increase
A recent increase in cases has officials trying to get a handle on the situation.
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Boston, MA|News|
3 Different Protests Clash In Front Of State House: Patch PM
Also: House Ethics Committee clears Trahan in campaign finance review; Gloucester says enough is enough after out-of-towners swarm beaches.
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Boston, MA|News|
Mask Order Won't Be Lifted Until Emergency Is Over: Baker
Gov. Charlie Baker touted the importance of wearing masks and praised residents for doing their part.
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Salem, MA|News|
Gloucester Says Enough, Closes Beach Lots To Nonresidents
The North Shore destination has handed out an unprecedented number of parking tickets as people flock to its beaches.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Somerville Man Robbed Arlington Bank At Knifepoint: Police
Michael Moran, 40, is already in custody for an unrelated incident in Tewksbury.
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Melrose|News|
Melrose High Student Tests Positive For COVID-19
Superintendent Julie Kukenberger and Mayor Paul Brodeur said more information will be released Thursday night.
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Boston, MA|News|
Anti-Maskers Make Life Difficult For Some Businesses: Patch PM
Also: Man charged in South Shore Plaza shooting held without bail; Some in MetroWest still wary of gyms; More.
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Melrose|News|
Melrose Y Is Back In Business — With Some Changes
A new-look Melrose YMCA reopened Monday. Of course, it returns with coronavirus-related rules and restrictions.
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Boston, MA|News|
MA School Reopening: Districts To Prioritize In-Person Learning
The state's top education official told districts to keep their plans under wraps until early August, just weeks from the start of school.
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Boston, MA|News|
MA Weather: Another Round Of Severe Storms, Hail Incoming
All of Massachusetts is under a hazardous weather outlook as strong-to-severe thunderstorms approach Tuesday.
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Melrose|News|
Melrose Republicans Seize Sign Controversy As Opportunity
The Melrose GOP was "feeling energized," stood with some of those who lobbed insults toward the mayor and used it as a fundraising boost.
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Melrose|News|
Melrose Educators Get $12K In Grants
From 40 applications, 12 grants were awarded based on the potential for student impact and innovation in teaching and learning.
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Boston, MA|News|
'You Have No Plan:' Pressley Slams School Reopening Push: PatchPM
Also: Woman charged in dog's death at Revere Beach; MBTA's The Ride drivers strike amid contract negotiations; More.
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Melrose|News|
Melrose's Traffic Sign Issue Is Not A Political Matter
Letter: Black Lives Matter. This is not a radical declaration or a loaded statement. It is not offensive or divisive.
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Boston, MA|News|
MA Weather: Strong Storms, Flash Flooding Loom In Forecast
Isolated severe thunderstorms are expected the majority of the day, the National Weather Service said.
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Melrose|News|
Melrose Election Day Voting Change Now Official
All of the city's Election Day voting this September and November will be done inside the middle school gym.
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Boston, MA|News|
Allister Is Hoping For A Forever Home: Kitten Of The Month
A loving forever home would be the ideal situation for Allister, a foster home could save his life until then.
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Melrose|News|
The Only Response 'Black Lives Matter' Needs Is 'Yes, They Do!'
Letter: If all lives matter, then the statement "Black Lives Matter" doesn't need a counter or opposing viewpoint.
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Melrose|News|
'All Lives Matter' Sign Revealed A Dangling Thread In Melrose
Letter: Our brand of local racism in this national moment is forcing us to decide: will we live up to our motto, One Melrose, Open to All?
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