Reading, MA|News|
Letter: Former RMLD Commissioner Endorses Bita, Satterthwaite
Mary Ellen O’Neill says it's time for a change on the Reading Municipal Light Department board.
Alex Newman, Patch Staff
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|
How Malden's Trash, Recycling Choice Program Will Work
Malden will begin its rollout of city-issued trash and recycling bins April 12.
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Medford|News|
Fire Pits Illegal In Medford, FD Says After Complaint
The firefighters' union reminded residents fire pits are prohibited in the city after someone mentioned three being used nearby.
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Medford|News|
Tufts University Potential Site For Regional Vaccine Effort
The state approved a Metro North vaccine collaborative last week that includes Medford, Malden, Arlington, Somerville and Cambridge.
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Malden, MA|News|
Spring Cleanups Set In Malden's Ward 3
City Councilor Amanda Linehan said cleanups will be held this month at Patchell Park and Fellsmere Pond.
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Reading, MA|News|
Letter: Water Tower Issue Proves Alvarado Is Right For Reading
Weston Road resident John Sullivan says Vanessa Alvarado's handling of the cell tower proposal shows she should stay on the Select Board.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Willie Burnley Jr. Enters Race For Somerville City Council
Burnley, a former campaign staffer for senators Markey and Warren, strives to close the gap between Somerville's values and its reality.
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Medford|News|
Justin Tseng Enters Race For Medford City Council
A lifelong Medford resident and first-generation Taiwanese American, Tseng says it's time government "pursues progress, not the status quo."
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Somerville, MA|News|
Missing Somerville Teen Found Safe
Isiah Tate, 14, was reported missing Monday.
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Stoneham, MA|News|
Stoneham FD Awarded Funding For Fire Safety Programs
The average number of children who die in fires each year in Massachusetts has dropped 78 percent since these safety programs started.
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Medford|News|
Medford Leaders Condemn Anti-Asian Violence After GA Shootings
City officials will host a community conversation April 7 about addressing racism as a public health crisis.
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Reading, MA|News|
Reading Sets Timeline For Return To Full In-Person Learning
RPS saw an uptick in coronavirus cases and quarantines among students last week as it prepares to return to a full in-person schedule.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Home Of The Week: What $1.8M Gets You In Somerville
This four-bedroom home was completely renovated in 2015 and features custom stained-glass windows, a finished basement with a gym and more.
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Malden, MA|News|
Home Of The Week: What $800K Gets You In Malden
This four-bedroom West End property features a master suite with a jacuzzi, finished basement and attic and more.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Home Of The Week: What $675K Gets You In Arlington
This Cape-style home has been well-loved by the original owners for over 60 years.
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Reading, MA|News|
Home Of The Week: What $750K Gets You In Reading
This four-bedroom home features hardwood flooring, a three-season porch, space for a home office and more.
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Medford|News|
Home Of The Week: What $750K Gets You In Medford
This renovated six-bedroom home feels like you're on a permanent vacation.
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Reading, MA|News|
Letter: Past School Committee Member Backs Coram, Brandt
Linda Snow Dockser shares why she supports Geoffrey Coram and Shawn Brandt for Reading School Committee.
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Reading, MA|News|
Letter: In Support Of Geoffrey Coram For School Committee
Martha Moore, a recently retired high school teacher, shares why Geoffrey Coram has her vote.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Leaders Condemn Anti-Asian Violence After GA Shootings
"Targeting people because of who they are, what they look like or where they're from will not be tolerated," Police Sgt. Mike Powell said.
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