Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington's Symmes House Awaits Restoration
This 19th-century Greek Revival features Upper Mystic Lake views.
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Alex Newman, Patch Staff
- Medford, MA
Alex is a Jersey transplant and graduate of Northeastern University. He has lived in the Boston area since college and considers himself an honorary Bay Stater (though he still hasn't been able to bring himself to root for the Sox). Previously Alex worked for MSNBC on its dayside TV shows and for Wentworth Institute of Technology in marketing and publications. In addition, he has self-published several stories, including freelance pieces written while in Spain. He is an avid football and baseball fan, film geek and pop culture guru.
Alex covers Arlington, Chelmsford, Lexington, Medford, Somerville, Watertown, Westford, Weymouth and the Cape. He lives in Brighton with his girlfriend and their dog.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Has A New Priciest Home For Sale
See how much this rare hilltop find is going for.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Renovated Reservoir Beach Prepares For Summer In Arlington
The town is selling a limited amount of passes this year for the newly renovated beach, which now features a bathhouse and concession stand.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Council On Aging Awarded Grant For Fitness Programs
The $7,800 grant will support virtual exercise programs for residents living with dementia and their caregivers.
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Medford|News|
3 Finalists Chosen For Next Columbus School Name
The School Committee will pick the next name from the final three candidates, potentially as soon as June 7.
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Reading, MA|News|
Holy Heat Wave: MA Readies For Return Of The Scorcha' | Patch PM
Also: Ransomware attack on ferry | Commuter rail for Cape? | Accused bottle thrower out on bail | No decision (yet) on Boston top cop | More
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Reading, MA|News|
Reading Student Wins National Merit Scholarship
A Lexington Christian Academy student from Reading is among the 2021 National Merit Scholarship winners.
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Somerville, MA|News|
New Italian Restaurant, Cocktail Bar Coming To Somerville
Premiere on Broadway promises live music and entertainment, signature cocktails and Italian eats.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Dance, Art Fair Kicks Off Summer Festivals
The Malden Dance Mile and art fair will feature films from local choreographers and lead into a series of summer festivals in Malden Center.
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Reading, MA|News|
Reading WOW House: $1.4M Gets You Pool, Game Room
This "must-see" home boasts wood and stone flooring, accented by exposed brickwork and reclaimed wooden beams.
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Medford|News|
Medford WOW House: $759K Ranch With In-Ground Pool
This updated three-bedroom home is perfect for summer living.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Greek Festival Gets Go-Ahead, Minus Some Attractions
Live music and the bouncy house are off the menu this year, but fan favorites like gyros and roast lamb will be available in person.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Town Rallies Around School Custodian After Fire: Patch PM
Also: Marathon bombing hero retires | Search is on for missing wedding ring | Holiday highway tragedy | One suspect, two attacks | More.
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Somerville, MA|News|
$5K+ Raised For Family After Somerville Fire
A fire caused significant damage to a home on Melvin Street May 26.
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Medford|News|
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.
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Arlington, MA|News|
$32K+ Raised After Fire Destroys Arlington Home
A three-alarm fire displaced five people, including the family of Gibbs School custodian Bobby Noviello.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden City Hall Reopens To The Public
Malden's COVID-19 positivity rate has fallen significantly from its peak over the winter, and it is now considered a "green" community.
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Reading, MA|News|
Cal's Creamery Ushers In Summer In Reading
The first half of a combination ice cream shop-pizzeria held its grand opening on Memorial Day.
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Medford|News|
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.
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Medford|News|
'Large' Water Main Break In Medford
Crews are at the scene of a water main break at Fellsway and Salem Street.
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