Malden, MA|News|
13-Year-Old Malden Boy Found Safe
Police sought the public's help in finding Marcus Cole, who was reported missing Wednesday night.
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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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Medford|News|
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.
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Malden, MA|News|
Memorial Square Honors First Malden Firefighter Killed On Duty
James Fagan died while battling a fire at the corner of High and Ferry Streets in 1868.
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Reading, MA|News|
Reading Town Hall Reopens Following Board Of Health Approval
The Board of Health unanimously approved the lifting of all pandemic-related emergency orders, clearing a path for Town Hall to reopen.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville's Bantam Cider Shutting Down
The company is closing its taproom and making its ciders available in stores for just a few more months.
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Medford|News|
Wright's Pond Readies For Summer In Medford
The pond will open for the 2021 season June 21. Here's what to know about memberships, hours and more.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Early Dismissal For Arlington Schools Due To Heat
Arlington schools will let out early Tuesday as the forecast calls for continued oppressive heat.
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Medford|News|
Chevalier Theatre Adds Jeff Foxworthy, Patton Oswalt, More
The Medford theater has been hard at work getting things up and running again, adding a host of new shows to its lineup.
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Summer Festivals Include Car Show, Live Music, More
Festivals will be held every other week this summer to support local businesses as they rebound from the pandemic.
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Reading, MA|News|
Heat Wave, Drownings Force MA Towns Into Action: Patch PM
Also: Funeral set for police officer | 61 underage drinkers caught | Rally for police officer shot by suspect | MA AG on opioid case | More.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville To Name Street Corners After Living Veterans
The city is the first community in Massachusetts to extend the honor, which is usually reserved for late veterans.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Man Charged With Drug Trafficking After Crash
Witnesses saw Michael Shehadi, 36, try to dispose of suspected drugs after a crash on Washington Street Sunday, police said.
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Medford|News|
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."
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Malden, MA|News|
Malden Declares Heat Emergency, Opens Cooling Center
Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-90s with high humidity as a heat wave bears down on the area.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Turning Whittemore Park Into Cultural, Civic Hub
The first phase of the Revitalization Project, which includes park renovations and the creation of a circuit path, starts this month.
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Medford|News|
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.
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Reading, MA|News|
Charming Reading 'Doll House' Hits The Market For $640K
With a personal touch and a little TLC, this home is filled with potential.
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Medford|News|
Medford Baseball To Honor Former Star Jimmy Martorana
Martorana, a Mustang Hall of Famer who led Bridgewater State to the College World Series, passed away in 2020 at the age of 48.
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Arlington, MA|News|
$639K Arlington 'Hidden Gem' Has Bikeway Out Back
This property needs a bit of TLC, but opportunity knocks for someone who can see its potential.
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Medford|News|
Medford WOW House: $900K 'Hidden Sanctuary' With Big Yard
This four-bedroom home is close to Wright's Pond and perfect for summertime entertaining.
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