Good morning, Medford, Friday, September 4
Happy Friday, everybody. Enjoy the Labor Day weekend and Monday holiday. The happenings are light this weekend, which is to be expected, but there's still a lot you can take in.
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Road closures and traffic alterations for Sept. 26 Run Medford event
Here's what you need to know about road closures during Run Medford 2026 and about how to register to participate.
Good morning, Medford, Thursday, September 3
Happy Thursday, everybody. Here is how the numbers came down in the 2nd Middlesex state Senate Democratic primary, with Erika Uyterhoeven prevailing. And, today is the Farmers Market followed by a free family concert.
Author to give talk on Medford woman at heart of one of America’s most notorious unsolved crimes
Mann’s book has been praised by reviewers for offering the first account of the notorious crime that's more focused on the victim than her killer. Critics lauded Mann's ability to reconstruct the life of Elizabeth Short without exploiting her tragic death.
Good morning, Medford, Wednesday, September 2
Happy day-after-the-primary, everybody. Stay tuned for more election coverage today. In the meantime, we have a little recap for you and a rundown on what's happening in Medford.
Uyterhoeven claims the 2nd Middlesex with Cambridge still uncounted
Erika Uyterhoeven declared victory with three of six communities counted and the district’s third-largest bloc still dark. The state representative from Somerville had 10,509 votes, 38.4% of ballots counted so far during the Sept. 1 primary, to state Rep. Christine Barber’s 8,459, 30.9%
Mbah wins Democratic primary in 34th Middlesex state rep race
Somerville City Councilor-at-Large Will Mbah has won the Democratic primary in the 34th Middlesex state rep race.
Markey outlasts the argument that his time was up
Moulton bet a Senate seat on generational change; the Democratic base wasn’t buying it.
Primary Election Day in Medford
It seems quiet out there today in Medford, but Director of Elections Jim Blatchford said there's been a steady flow of voters throughout the day.
Medford Public Schools update wellness policy. Roberts roof/HVAC project on target
The School Committee on Aug. 24 unanimously voted to approve the policy submitted by Director of Health Services Jennifer Silva.
Medford Public Schools ready for opening day on Sept. 2
Here's what’s new this year, from staffing to programs to facilities, at Medford Public Schools.
Good morning, Medford, Tuesday, September 1
Happy Primary Election Day, everybody. The polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. for in-person voting.
Middlesex Sheriff and Medford Police warn of scammers posing as law enforcement
A Medford resident reported losing $7,500 to a scammer posing as a member of the Middlesex Sheriff's Office.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Erika Uyterhoeven is fighting for transparency in the legislature
"Whether in housing, education, or healthcare, the fate of our communities is intertwined with the decisions made on Beacon Hill. Uyterhoeven’s work to bring transparency to the State House benefits working families and individuals while restoring trust in government."
OPINION: Christine Barber made Laura’s Law possible. Laura was my wife
Peter DeMarco: "It took four, long years for Laura's Law to get passed and for actual, nuts-and-bolts safety regulations to be created so that no one will ever die as Laura did. During all that time, Christine was a rock for me to cling to."
CORONELLA: Print condition: Perusing old newspapers is the closest we can come to time travel
When Steve Coronella saved a few noteworthy copies of Boston's daily papers in August 1974, he knew he was preserving a piece of history