Lexington, MA|News|
Minuteman Students Are Cooking Up Good Deeds
Students in the school's soup group are selling soup for a scholarship fund and culinary students are making meals for families in need.
Samantha Mercado, Patch Staff
Samantha Mercado, Patch Staff
- Framingham, MA
Samantha is a New York transplant and still learning the ropes of Boston and the T. She previously worked as a TV news producer at Fios1 News and wrote freelance for magazines and newspapers in New York. She is an avid traveler and spends most of her time photographing and admiring her rabbit.
Samantha covers Framingham, Milford, Marlboro, Natick, Sudbury, Wayland and Worcester.
Email: samantha.mercado@patch.com
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Norwood, MA|News|
Norwood Police Find Semi-Automatic Gun During Traffic Stop
A couple was pulled over for a report of a domestic incident and police ended up finding a semi-automatic handgun.
Samantha Mercado, Patch Staff
Westborough, MA|News|
Southborough Police Investigate Pizza Shop Break-In
Southborough police are investigating a reported break-in at the Eros Gourmet Pizza and Deli.
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Hamilton-Wenham, MA|News|
Wenham Firefighter Graduates From MA Fire Academy
Wenham was one of 14 departments with graduates in the latest class.
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Lynnfield, MA|News|
Lynnfield Firefighter Graduates From MA Fire Academy
Lynnfield was one of 14 departments with graduates in the latest class.
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Wellesley, MA|News|
Wellesley Tavern Opening Is Around The Corner
The new restaurant is replacing Door No. 7 on Linden Street and is operating under the same owners.
Samantha Mercado, Patch Staff
Belmont, MA|News|
Belmont Police Investigate Fatal Box Truck Rollover
The driver was identified as a 45-year-old man.
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Lexington, MA|News|
Lexington's Sean Osborne Awarded Black Excellence Honor
Osborne is the founder and president of the Association of Black Citizens of Lexington and was recognized by the state legislature.
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Westwood, MA|News|
David Atkins To Run For Westwood Select Board
Westwood's town election is April 27.
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Wellesley, MA|News|
Wellesley Approves Indigenous Peoples' Day: Election Results
Colette Aufranc was re-elected to the Select Board and Ann-Mara Lanza earned a seat on the select Board as well.
Samantha Mercado, Patch Staff
Watertown, MA|News|
Watertown Library Hosts Conversation About Indigenous History
The conversation will be about local Indigenous history and the role of Indigenous culture keepers.
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Concord, MA|News|
Concord's Tourism Industry Gears Up For a Comeback
With new tours in tow and some restrictions being lifted on museums and guided tours, Concord is ready to welcome visitors this spring.
Samantha Mercado, Patch Staff
Winchester, MA|News|
Just Listed: $699K Winchester Home
This humble home is located on a quiet street, perfect for peaceful mornings.
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Holliston-Hopkinton, MA|News|
Just Listed: $975K Hopkinton Home
The first floor office is perfect for working from home.
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Lexington, MA|News|
Minuteman High Students Help Children of Teachers
The Facilitated Learning Program was launched in September to assist Minuteman teachers and staff whose children were learning remote.
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Dedham, MA|News|
Dedham To Break Ground On New Public Safety Building This Week
The 84,000-square-foot building is scheduled for completion in May 2023.
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Shrewsbury, MA|News|
No New Coronavirus Cases Reported In Shrewsbury
The town said no new COVID-19 cases have been reported since Monday.
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Dedham, MA|News|
Dedham Select Board Mull Over Speeding Issue On Greenlodge Street
The board voted to support a project that narrows the road.
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Needham, MA|News|
Needham Public Health Unveils New Coronavirus Dashboard
The dashboard shows improved data and demographic information on Needham cases and vaccinations.
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Wellesley, MA|News|
Tree Falls On Wellesley Home After Morning Of High Winds
No injuries were reported.
Samantha Mercado, Patch Staff
