Cataldo Ambulance to start servicing Medford Monday
City Councilors asked the mayor to hold off on the transfer of services, but she declined.
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Rep. Christine Barber announces candidacy for Senate race in 2nd Middlesex District
State Rep. Christine Barber announced her candidacy for state Senate in the Second Middlesex District.
Medford High School building plans underway, public receives first look at behind-the-scenes preliminary work
The Medford Comprehensive School Building Committee held its first community meeting, giving the public its first behind-the-scenes look at the new high school project.
Tension builds in Medford over ambulance contract
City Council questions Mayor’s decision to switch from Armstrong to Cataldo Ambulance Service
Tom Hopcroft brings systems mindset, coalition-building pitch to 2026 state Senate race
Winchester School Committee member Tom Hopcroft is tossing his hat into the ring for the the 2nd Middlesex District after Sen. Pat Jehlen announced she would not be running for re-election.
Medford enters into three-year agreement with Cataldo Ambulance Service
The city of Medford has entered into a three-year contract agreement with ambulance provider Cataldo Ambulance Service.
Medford celebrates Inauguration Day at City Hall
Medford city officials — both familiar and new — were sworn in for a new term on Jan. 4 during Inauguration Day ceremonies.
Medford officials say so long, farewell to outgoing colleagues
Two School Committee members and one City Councilor are praised for their service as they wind up their time on their respective boards.
Medford officials get an earful about reduction in trash pickup
Among residents’ concerns are overflowing trash bins and foul odors from soiled diapers, meat wrappers, and pet waste sitting in trash bins for two weeks. Many said they worry this will exacerbate current rat infestations, while others said it will create rat problems in new areas.
Medford Police seeking ID of suspect in theft of UPS package
Medford Police looking for a suspect in the theft of a Christmas gift.
City Council to consider fines for violations of rodent control measures
The City Council will be looking at a proposed overgrowth ordinance and amendments to the city's current rodent-control regulations.
Medford firefighters say they are fed up with mice and mold in station
Citing rodents, bugs and mold in the Main Street headquarters, Medford firefighters are asking for help from city officials, a year after voters shot down a $30 million proposal to build a new station.
Medford Police arrest Methuen man in connection with tire thefts
A Methuen man is facing charges following his arrest Dec. 9 for multiple car tire thefts in Medford and the surrounding area.
Medford’s Community Fund Committee Awards over $250,000 in grant funding to Medford-focused nonprofits
Through the city’s Community Fund Committee, 43 nonprofits that serve the Medford community have been awarded over $250,000 in grant funding to be used to expand services, resources and outreach.
Medford School Committee adopts AI policy, with more changes ahead
The Medford School Committee voted to adopt a new artificial intelligence policy for classroom use, formally approving guidelines that the district had already published in this year’s student handbook.
Salem Street corridor rezoned and funding for zoning project back on track in Medford
After two weeks of bickering, Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn and the City Council have reached an agreement in regard to the Salem Street corridor and both parties got what they wanted.