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Burlington Drinking Water Has Elevated Toxic Chemicals
The town is considering options for new sources of water as many communities find themselves well above a new state standard.

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The town is considering options for new sources of water as many communities find themselves well above a new state standard.

Plus: We're talking "inhumane" conditions for those implicated in Whitey's killing, all about Kenmore and scrumptious spots to eat.
An early look at the holiday weekend forecast is comfortable, but there's always the chance of some rain.
An early look at the holiday weekend forecast is comfortable, but there's always the chance of some rain.
An early look at the holiday weekend forecast is comfortable, but there's always the chance of some rain.
An early look at the holiday weekend forecast is comfortable, but there's always the chance of some rain.
A "Spotlight" investigation reveals Bennett Walsh was unqualified and hired based more on his family's political connections than on merit.
The Stoneham playground has been out of service for nearly three months while crews give it a total overhaul.
Plus: We're talking about Dennis White's fight in court, Boston's first-in-the-state move and listening to the vroomers.
The Burlington Mall Road location is reportedly "empty," and the location has come off the website.
Individual businesses will be able to determine their own face covering requirements after May 29.
Jennifer Manning gave a number of local business updates during her appearance on "Let's Talk Melrose, Melrose."
The woman was seriously injured when she was hit in Saugus Tuesday night.
Plus: We're talking Matty's outburst, record home prices and Trillium time.
The budget nearly doubled and the timeline nearly tripled, but the elevator represents a dream come true for many at the Melrose YMCA.
The tavern is back Wednesday after the state lifted its suspension for an alleged social distancing violation in February.
Bacon Street was closed at Main Street for several hours after a truck hit a pedestrian Wednesday morning.
There will still be Memorial Day events, though the pandemic is forcing some adjustments.
Fogo de Chāo announced it will bring its Brazilian-inspired to Burlington by the end of 2021.
Plus: We're talking local crime reporting, suing to stop the seniors and some absolutely mind-melting ticket prices.