Melrose News

MELROSE — Want to declutter, downsize or make some extra cash while contributing to a greener community? Look no further. The Melrose City-Wide Yard Sale returns on May 18.  Sponsored by Lend and Mend and Zero Waste Melrose, this event encourages neighbors to connect, shop and reduce waste. The City-Wide Yard Sale is a chance to…

MELROSE — The very popular Mt. Hood Park Association’s “Senior Day at the Park” event will be held at clubhouse at Mount Hood Memorial Park & Golf Course on Tuesday, May 14, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Come join organizers at beautiful Mount Hood and enjoy the day inside the beautiful and rustic setting…

MELROSE — Organizers’ tradition of hosting the annual Spring Tea at the Fitch Home on Lake Avenue is back.

A spokesperson said, “We welcome you to attend on May 5th from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. when The Fitch Home Association Board members put on a display of wonderful pastries, freshly brewed coffee and tea and welcome you, our…

BOSTON — Boston Children’s Museum recently opened Perspective Play, a collection of photographs taken while looking down from above athletic fields and courts by using a drone. Drone pilot, photographer…

MELROSE — This Saturday, April 27, State Representative Kate Lipper-Garabedian, partnering with the Melrose Department of Public Works will host Recycling & Sustainability Day at Melrose Public High School from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

At the event, Melrosians can recycle and receive a rebate for their old dehumidifiers with National Grid; learn about home…

MELROSE — Mayor Jen Grigoraitis and Interim Superintendent of Schools John Macero pledged to keep the community updated on the current financial situation of both the city and its School Department. The last communication was on April 11 and is accessible at https://www.melroseschools.com/article/1548694). 

Following is the most recent update, released this week.

Review &…

MELROSE — The City of Melrose and Mayor Jennifer Grigoraitis are sharing the following for the week of April 22-26:

An update on city finances & management in the first 100 days

1. Employment Policies & Practices: The City is in the final stages of a review and update of its personnel manual and policies…