Unemployment Rate Worsens In Medford Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in Middlesex County is lower than the Massachusetts average.

City Of Medford: Cannabis Advisory Committee Sets Outreach Standards For Upcoming Public Meetings By Potential Applicants

Public meetings have been scheduled by applicants throughout the month of July.

Nunley Benjamin Takes Job In Littleton

Medford's former finance director, who alleged a hostile work environment at City Hall, was appointed by the Littleton Select Board July 1.

City Of Medford: Medford Seeking Residents To Serve On New Behavioral Health Commission

See the latest announcement from the City of Medford.

Medford Mayor Rejects Council's Request For Investigation Funding

Mayor Lungo-Koehn called the request a "political ploy," saying the Council has "no authority or jurisdiction" over such personnel matters.

Council Requests $30K To Investigate Claims Against City Hall

Councilors will also seek a record of a June 1 meeting during which the mayor allegedly said the City Council "will listen to a white male."

City Of Medford: City Issues RFQ To Begin Feasibility, Design Process At Fire Department Headquarters

Continuing the commitment to updating all fire department facilities, and following recommendations set by the Mayor's Task Force on Fir ...

Medford Finance Director Alleges Hostile Work Environment

Aleesha Nunley Benjamin says the mayor told her a white man should present to the City Council because "they will listen to a white male."

Middlesex County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

This is how the Medford area compares to Massachusetts and the nation for coronavirus vaccinations.

Medford Resident Receives 2021 Commonwealth Heroine Award

Lossa Julie Janvier, a member of the Medford Housing Authority board, is a "strong leader in the community," Rep. Christine Barber said.

Medford Mayor Launches 'Mobile Office Hours' At Parks, Businesses

Mayor Lungo-Koehn hopes to meet with members of the community as Medford recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic.

City Of Medford: Charter Review Update: State House Hearing Scheduled For 6/23

Medford's Home Rule Petition for a local Charter Review Commission will be discussed at a public hearing on Wednesday, June 23rd, Mayor ...

City Of Medford: Medford Board Of Health Hosting Narcan Training On June 30 At City Hall

The Medford Board of Health is holding a Narcan Training on June 30 at 6 p.m. at the City Hall Council Chambers and is encouraging resid ...

Medford City Councilor Adam Knight Running For Re-Election

Knight has led efforts to support working families and believes it is possible to build a "Medford that works for everyone."

School Committee Member Jenny Graham Running For Re-Election

Graham is the owner of a local small business and parent of two students in the Medford Public Schools.

Medford Area Unemployment Improves: Feds

Middlesex County's unemployment rate is lower than the Massachusetts average.

City Of Medford: Dog Park At Riverbend Park Closed For Improvements 6/8 + 6/9

The Medford Dog Park at Riverbend Park will be closed for improvements tomorrow, Tuesday June 8th and Wednesday June 9th.

Abigail Dickson Enters Race For Medford City Council

Dickson, a lifelong Medford resident, is running to work for a "more equitable, affordable and livable city for all."

Former Congressional Staffer Todisco Running For City Council

David Todisco, a fifth-generation Medford resident, wants to prioritize infrastructure, a revitalized downtown and equitable services.

City Of Medford: Mayor's Reopening Address At City Hall June 10th, 6pm

Mayor will give updates on Medford's COVID-19 response and details on ongoing City projects and initiatives over the last 18 months.

Outreach To Vulnerable Populations During The Covid-19 Pandemic

We’ve Partnered With Community-Based Groups That Can Assist With Taking Social Security Disability Applications.

Medford Councilor Nicole Morell Running For Re-Election

Morell, a first-term councilor, has focused on transportation, inclusivity, open space access, school funding and revamped zoning.

Medford City Councilor John Falco Running For Mayor

"The days of an administration marked by a failure to act, failure to decide, and failure to lead must come to an end," Falco said.

City Of Medford: Upcoming Meetings: Week Of May 31st

Please check the events calendar on the City's website at www.medfordma.org, as meetings and events may be changed or added after the ti ...

City Of Medford: Comprehensive Plan Community Kick Off Meeting Scheduled For June 9th

Residents, landlords, business owners, and all members of the Medford community invited to participate in the official public launch of ...

Medford To Raise Pride Flag At City Hall

Mayor Lungo-Koehn and the Medford High School GSA will mark the start of Pride month with a flag raising ceremony Tuesday.

Medford City Buildings To Fully Reopen June 1

Changes to city policy include the removal of barriers from Council chambers and lifting the capacity limit on public participation.

City Of Medford: City, Schools Staff Participate In ADA Training To Audit City Playgrounds

Last week, staff from Medford's Schools, Recreation Department, Parks Maintenance Division, Commission for Persons with Disabilities, an ...

City Of Medford: Medford's CCSR Receives $350,000 Grant From Cummings Foundation

Medford's Center for Citizenship and Social Responsibility (CCSR) has been awarded a 10-year, $350,000 grant from the Cummings Foundatio ...

City Of Medford: Medford's Petition For Charter Review Commission To Be Heard By State Committee

The City of Medford's Home Rule Petition to create a Charter Review Commission has officially received a bill (House No. 3743) in the Ma ...

Medford Mayor To Mark Reopening With In-Person Event

Mayor Lungo-Koehn will deliver a reopening address that will cover the city's projects, goals for the next Fiscal Year and recovery plans.

Medford Charter Review Heads To State House

House legislators will take up a bill to create a review commission for the city charter, which has not been updated in nearly 40 years.

City Of Medford: Upcoming Meetings + Events, Week Of May 23rd

Please check the events calendar on the City's website at www.medfordma.org, as meetings and events may be changed or added after the ti ...

Race, Columbus School Dominate Contentious Public Comment Tuesday

Residents spoke in defense of the late Jean Barry-Sutherland, a popular replacement for Columbus they felt had been unfairly criticized.

Medford Councilor Zac Bears Running For Re-Election

Bears, elected in 2019 at 25 years old, is seeking a second term on the City Council.

Medford Sets Committee To Guide Development Of 10-Year Plan

The 21-person Committee consists of elected officials, business owners, community planners, residents and students.

The Digital Divide: How Wide In Medford Area?

U.S. shows great variance in access and use of high-speed internet.

Stacey Abrams To Speak In Medford

The political leader and voting rights activist will stop by the Chevalier Theatre for a one-night-only community conversation.

Letter: Good News For Medford Environmental, Economic Initiatives

Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn and Alicia Hunt discuss the merger of the offices of Community Development and Energy and Environment.

How Much Medford Will Get From $350 Billion American Rescue Plan

The city was among 38 Massachusetts municipalities allocated financial support through the federal support program.