Boston|News|
Earthquake Packed Heavy Punch For New England
Even after the U.S. Geological Survey revised its measurement, the 3.6 magnitude quake was among the strongest here in centuries.
Mike Carraggi, Patch Staff
Mike Carraggi, Patch Staff
- Boston, MA
Mike joins Patch after eight years at The Boston Globe. He is a lifelong Massachusetts resident (Roll Tide! - Everett Crimson Tide) who hopes to articulate what makes Boston so uniquely Boston through his coverage.
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Boston|News|
442K In MA Could Lose Health Coverage As ACA Hits Supreme Court
The number of uninsured MA residents could more than double and more than $3 billion of federal funding could be lost, a new report says.
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Melrose, MA|News|
Rep. Lipper-Garabedian Thanks Supporters Following Re-Election
State Rep. Kate Lipper-Garabedian, of Melrose, won an uncontested race in the 32nd Middlesex District.
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Worcester, MA|News|
Missing 13-Year-Old May Be With Man She Met Online
Police are asking for help finding Roos Bajanth, who left her Pittsfield home last night and never returned.
Mike Carraggi, Patch Staff
Boston|News|
4.0 Earthquake In Massachusetts: Shaking Felt Across New England
The earthquake struck around 9 a.m. Sunday near New Bedford, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
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Boston|News|
In Push To Get Kids In Class, MA Changes Coronavirus Map
The change dramatically reduced the number of high-risk communities across the state. Schools are expected to prioritize in-person learning.
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Melrose, MA|News|
Laurence Kepple, Longtime Melrose High Teacher, Dies At 68
In the last decade of his career, the Melrose resident worked as a Latin teacher at Melrose High School.
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Boston|News|
Red Sox Bringing Back Alex Cora As Manager
Boston opted to reunite with their World Series-winning manager, who is coming off a yearlong suspension.
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Melrose, MA|News|
Parents, Kids Bring The Love To Melrose Police Department
A number of children brought snacks and letters while parents provided gift cards and dinners to support their local law enforcement.
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Boston|News|
Protesters Arrested At Gov. Baker's Swampscott Home: Patch PM
Also: Police officer critical after crash that sends fire truck into bank | Will coronavirus end the potluck dinner? | More.
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Boston|News|
New Coronavirus Restrictions Go Into Effect At Midnight: List
Here's what to know about the stay-at-home advisory, stricter mask mandate, business closures and reduced gathering limits.
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Melrose, MA|News|
Melrose Rallies To 'Count Every Vote' Amid Trump's Desperate Push
Dozens of people gathered in front of City Hall with a simple message: Protect the results, count every vote.
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Melrose, MA|News|
Melrose Election Results 2020: Biden Outdid Clinton by 2K+ Votes
President Trump's 2016 numbers remained roughly the same, though it did appear he leaked some supporters in Melrose.
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Boston|News|
2020 Election Results: Boston's Ranked-Choice Support Not Enough
Nearly 275,000 residents made their voices heard in the election. Question 2 was by far the closest race on the ballot.
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Melrose, MA|News|
2020 Election Results: Major Melrose Voter Turnout
More than 17,800 ballots were cast, with more possibly coming in. The city rejected ranked-choice voting by just a couple hundred votes.
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Boston|News|
Election Results: Ranked-Choice Voting Fails; Biden Rolls In MA
What is believed to be historic voter turnout didn't result in much suspense as Democrats coasted and Question 1 passed easily.
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Boston|News|
Election Results: Ranked-Choice Voting Fails; Biden Rolls In MA
What is believed to be a historic turnout didn't result in much suspense as Democrats coasted and Question 1 passed easily.
Mike Carraggi, Patch Staff
Melrose, MA|News|
Melrose Faith Leaders Pray For Country During Election: Letter
"We recognize that a divine spark resides within everyone. No one is “more worthy” or “less worthy” in the eyes of our Creator."
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Boston|News|
Voting In Boston: Polls Open
Everything you need to know about early voting, mail-in voting and in-person voting in Boston for the election Nov. 3
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Melrose, MA|News|
Voting In Melrose: Polls Open
Everything you need to know about early voting, mail-in voting and in-person voting in Melrose for the election Nov. 3
Mike Carraggi, Patch Staff
