Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026
MELROSE — The Melrose Farmers’ Market is introducing Pints for Produce, a family-friendly beer garden on Thursday, July 23 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Bowden Park.
Presented in partnership with Hannah’s Brewing Co., the event will benefit the Market’s SNAP Match program, which helps…
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Photo published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026
PROUD DAD Andy Mason introduced his one-week-old daughter Olivia to her first Summer BBQ and Concert at Ipswich River Park last Wednesday night. (Maureen Doherty Photo)
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Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026
The following releases were submitted by either the campaign staff, office staff or supporting groups of the candidates.
Environmental group for Carey McDonald
BOSTON — Clean Water Action has endorsed Carey McDonald (D-Malden) for State Senate in the 5th Middlesex District.
Climate action and environmental protection are central priorities for…
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Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026
By VIRGINIA MCNEIL SLEP
At the end of my first grade year, in the summer of 1949, my mother learned that the Red Cross was offering swimming lessons at Stearns Pond in Harold Parker Forest in Andover, so she signed me up. Every day…
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Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026
85 EAST STREET in 2013.
This is from Historic Melrose, a new Melrose Historical Society focused on preserving, educating and promoting the rich history of Melrose including the celebration of our phenomenal architecture.
The beautiful but modest house at 85 East St. was…
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Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026
Quinnipiac University commencement
HAMDEN, Conn. — Olivia Abbott of Melrose received a bachelor’s degree in science in marketing from Quinnipiac University during the school’s commencement ceremony in May.
Saint Michael’s College dean’s list
COLCHESTER, VT — Local students were named to the dean’s list…
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Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026
MALDEN — Mystic Valley Elder Services introduced a new name on June 4, at the conclusion of the nonprofit agency’s 50th anniversary year. The organization is now Mystic Valley Aging Services.
“Our new name reflects our mission, which has expanded during our 50-year history,” said…
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July is Disability Pride Month, a time to celebrate inclusion and to recognize the accomplishments of those who have overcome much more than others have in order to lead full, productive lives.
With the unfortunate rise of stigma and bullying, combined with shrinking access to services and…
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Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026
A recent survey of 11- to 17-year-old boys by Common Sense Media, a nonprofit that offers resources for families navigating online media, found that around a third gambled in the last year.
In 2023, sports betting became legal in the commonwealth. It is now one of…
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Photo published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026
THE MELROSE COOPERATIVE BANK FOUNDATION recently made a $10,000 donation to the Melrose Farmer’s Market SNAP match program, strengthening a commitment to provide food access in the city. Above, board members Stephanie Nelson, John Gately and Jim Oosterman make the presentation to market
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Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026
The American Red Cross has declared an emergency blood shortage as the blood supply fell nearly 25% in June. Blood donors are urgently needed to give now to help ensure patients receive lifesaving medical care without delay. The shortage is especially serious for platelets and…
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