Somerville, MA|News|
I-93 Sound Barriers Gain Traction In Somerville
The Massachusetts House recently adopted a budget amendment funding a design study for sound walls, Rep. Mike Connolly said.
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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|
Everett Investigating Church Vandalism As Hate Crime
"This was not an accident but a hate crime against Zion Ministries and their community," Everett Mayor Carlo DeMaria said.
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Medford|News|
Medford Educator Sues Former Administrators, Alleging Bias
Jody Liu, assistant principal at McGlynn, claims she was repeatedly passed over for a promotion based on race and gender.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Councilor JT Scott Endorses Will Mbah For Mayor
Scott called his colleague a "champion of true equity and a much-needed voice for the working class and marginalized communities."
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Announces 2 More Vaccine Clinics
The city will give out the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at two clinics next week.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Restaurant Damaged In 2-Alarm Fire
A fire broke out at Thai Moon on Mass. Ave. Thursday morning.
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Medford|News|
Medford PD, Middlesex Sheriff Train For Mental Health Response
Eighty officers trained for scenarios where mental health was a primary factor, including an active shooter and traffic stops.
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Medford|News|
Longtime Medford Police Officer Richard Lebert Retires
Lebert, an "asset to the traffic and motorcycle units," worked for the department for nearly 40 years.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Will Relax Outdoor Face Covering Rules
The city will no longer require a face covering if social distancing is possible outdoors, aligning with state guidance.
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Medford|News|
Not All MA Towns Will Follow State's Reopening Timeline: Patch PM
Also: Somerville bans police tear gas use | Voters: Keep 'Warrior' mascot | Thieves target Prius parts | Court upholds racism verdict | More
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Somerville, MA|News|
Booting, Towing To Restart In Somerville
After suspending operations for more than a year, the city will start booting and towing vehicles with multiple unpaid parking tickets.
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Medford|News|
ParkMobile, Medford's Parking App, Investigates Data Breach
The company found that some user information was accessed in a cybersecurity incident linked to a third-party software.
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Malden, MA|News|
MBTA Bus Driver Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Passenger
Ali Ennab, a contract driver for the MBTA, is accused of attacking a woman after refusing to let her off his bus.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Bans Tear Gas, Limits Police Use Of Other Projectiles
Mayor Joseph Curtatone recently adopted a City Council ordinance that limits crowd control measures in an effort to protect demonstrators.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Actor Mark Linehan Selected For Boston Theater Marathon
"Backyard Duel," an original play written by Linehan, will be streamed May 3. It is Linehan's first time being selected for the program.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Outdoor Dining, Business Parklets Returning To Arlington
See where the town is converting parking spaces and small roadways into areas for outdoor dining and commerce.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Movie Theaters, Outdoor Booze Set To Return In Somerville
The city will move to Phase 4, Step 1 of reopening next week.
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Malden, MA|News|
How To Dispose Of Old Trash, Recycling Bins In Malden
As the city rolls out new carts for the Pay as You Throw choice program, here's how you can get rid of your old bins.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Expands Free Rodent Control Program
The number of households that qualify for free rodent control services has nearly doubled under the city's new eligibility requirements.
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Malden, MA|News|
Coronavirus Vaccine Site Opens At Encore Casino Tuesday
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission said the clinic will be available to both employees and the public.
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