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Seize the opportunities of a Melrose education

Published in the August 26, 2016 edition

The hallways of the city’s public schools again will fill with the voices of just about all Melrose students as the 2016-17 academic year gets underway Tuesday.

We know it’s a drag to call an unofficial end to summer — for the kids, anyway — but it is…

 

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First day of school is August 30

Published in the August 19, 2016 edition

MELROSE — The first day of school for Melrose Public School children entering kindergarten through grade 12 is Tuesday, August 30.

Melrose Public Schools are closed on Friday, September 2, and Monday, September 5, in observance of Labor Day.

SCHOOL HOURS

• Elementary: Grades kindergarten to 5

The…

 

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Local dancer raises money for ‘Dreams to Dance’ Foundation

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MELROSE DANCE ACADEMY owner Amanda Bruno is shown with a group of costumed dancers from her studio. (Courtesy Photo)

Published in the August 19, 2016 edition

By GAIL LOWE

MELROSE — There’s an old saying worth repeating. “Find a need and fill it.”

Apparently, Rockwood Street resident Cali Lapenta has heard that old saying, and…

 

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Witnesses: Man smashed windshield with skateboard at Gooch Park

Published in the August 19, 2016 edition

MELROSE — A 19-year-old Cottage Street man will be summonsed to court after allegedly smashing the front windshield of a car with a skateboard Saturday, August 13, at Gooch Park.

According to witnesses, a gray Nissan pulled up to a section of the park on Maple Street shortly…

 

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Sign up now for Walk for Bread and 5K Run

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TEENAGERS TAKE PART in the Bread of Life Walk at Pine Banks Park.

Published in the August 19, 2016 edition

MALDEN – You can help feed hungry neighbors with just a walk – or run – in the park.

Mark your calendar for Sunday, Oct. 2, for the 24th Annual Walk for Bread & 5K…

 

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‘Tax This’ sale at Boston Appliance

Published in the August 19, 2016 edition

By CHRISTIAN JASON

President & CEO Boston Appliance® & Boston Appliance Product Care, LLC

WOBURN — I remember the first time I experienced the tax free weekend shopping craze. I was at one of those “big box” retailers. I watched as customers herded in large crowds and then…

 

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Loss of tax free weekend not sitting well with customers or merchants

Published in the August 12, 2016 edition

By GAIL LOWE

MELROSE — Retailers and shoppers alike are upset over the announcement in mid-July that government officials in Massachusetts decided to eliminate tax holiday weekend this year because of the significant deficit in the current budget. The state apparently needs every penny, nickel and dime it…

 

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Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition in training sessions

Published in the August 12, 2016 edition

MELROSE — Leaders from the Melrose Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition attended the recent Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America Mid-Year Training Institute with over 2,000 substance abuse prevention and treatment specialists from across the country in Las Vegas July 17-21. The week-long training, held at The Mirage, teaches participants…

 

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In praise of farmers markets

Published in the August 12, 2016 edition

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It is no secret that many Melrosians love their Sally Frank’s Farmers Market, held each Thursday in Bowden Park near the MBTA stop off West Emerson Street.

So here’s a chance to celebrate all that a farmers market has to offer.

Governor Baker has proclaimed Aug. 7-13, 2016…

 

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PHOTO: Majestic imitator

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A HUMMINGBIRD MOTH rapidly flaps its wings while extracting nectar from a flower with its beak-like proboscis. Mother Nature imbued the insect with the characteristics of the tiny hummingbird. It darts from flower to flower at about 12 mph. (Maureen Doherty Photo)

Published in the August 12, 2016 edition

 

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Taymore outlines new school improvement plan

Published in the August 5, 2016 edition

By JESSICA VALERIANI

MELROSE – Superintendent Cyndy Taymore presented the new School Improvement Plan to the school board on Tuesday, July 26.

The new plan is focused on increasing individualization. “We’re at a point where we can begin to individualize more,” said Taymore.

Taymore has been asking the…

 

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Jr. Police Academy again proves popular with kids

Published in the August 5, 2016 edition

THE MELROSE POLICE DEPARTMENT hosted three sessions of the Junior Police Academy this summer, with a total of 119 participants. (Courtesy Photo)
THE MELROSE POLICE DEPARTMENT hosted three sessions of the Junior Police Academy this summer, with a total of 119 participants. (Courtesy Photo)

MELROSE — Chief Michael L. Lyle said the Melrose Police Department hosted a successful Junior Police Academy this summer.

In its third year, Melrose Police held…

 

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