Juneteenth hits close to home with Medford’s Royall House
Kyera Singleton, executive director of the Royall House and Slave Quarters, spoke at the Cambridge Public Library about the history of the oldest extant slave quarters in the North.
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A night of recognition for athletes, an orchestra and employees at Medford School Committee
A night of recognition for some very worthy Medford Public School community members.
Medford’s new city solicitor Kevin P. Foley has wealth of law experience
The city of Medford has hired Kevin P. Foley as its new solicitor after four years of the position being vacant.
Medford names Max Heinegg new poet laureate
Max Heinegg has been picked to be Medford’s new poet laureate, a position currently held by Vijaya Sundaram, whose two-year term ends on June 30. He will become the city’s third poet laureate.
Inventory of all city-owned properties and their conditions on tap in Medford
Exactly how many city-owned and managed properties are there in Medford? What kind of shape are they in? And, how much might it cost to restore them, if need be?
Mayor appoints Capt. Paul Covino to temporarily lead Medford Police Department
Capt. Paul Covino has been appointed Provisional Police Chief for 30 days, temporarily fulfilling the role while Chief Jack Buckley is out on extended leave.
Medford among municipalities, organizations granted $1.5 million to address opioid crisis
The Healey-Driscoll Administration has announced $1.5 million in matching grants to 30 municipalities and community-based organizations in areas disproportionately impacted by the overdose crisis, including the city of Medford.
Medford raises Pride flag, kicking off monthlong celebration
With a colorful kickoff on the front lawn of City Hall on May 30, Medford marked the start of its month-long Pride celebration.
Memorial Day 2025: Medford honors fallen heroes
Memorial Day was observed under a blue sky at Oak Grove Cemetery Monday, May 26, as the community gathered to honor the service men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for this country.
Fundraiser held for Medford Revolutionary War heroine Sarah Bradlee Fulton statue
Looking Back at Medford’s History Inc. hosted a May 21 event fundraiser for a statue of Medford Revolutionary War heroine Sarah Bradlee Fulton to be placed in front of City Hall.
Former pro baseball player, Mass. native Dario Pizzano returns home to host fundraisers for MS
Mass. native, who is director of fundraising for MS4MS (Mission Stadiums for Multiple Sclerosis)
Medford to honor Fred Knox with baseball memorial at Playstead
A special memorial dedication ceremony will honor the rich baseball legacy of the late Medford player and coach Fred Knox.
Medford police chief calls bodycam launch a success
But he also admits there’s been a learning curve for officers, and more training is needed
West Medford pedestrian safety, accessibility project breaks ground
On May 9, the city officially broke ground on a new pedestrian safety and accessibility project in West Medford, along Mystic River Road.
Medford’s McGlynn Middle School unveils new mural
McGlynn Middle School unveils its brand new mural, thanks to the work of art teacher Diana Surabian, artist Anna Dugan and students.
Medford Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn officially launches re-election bid with May 13 campaign event
Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn will officially launch her re-election campaign to serve the people of Medford for a fourth term.