Harlem Wizards treat Medford to a basketball showcase
Trick hoops and alley-oops were on full display, as the Harlem Wizards conjured some basketball magic.
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Medford to break ground on pedestrian safety and accessibility project
The city of Medford and the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) are breaking ground on a multi-faceted pedestrian safety and accessibility project that will enhance the experience along Mystic River Road, Dugger Park and improve mobility at the West Medford Community Center.
Medford non-profit looks to commemorate Revolutionary War heroine
Medford annually celebrates Patriots’ Day and Memorial Day, but a new historic holiday was created in 2021 to honor Sarah Bradlee Fulton, the city’s own war heroine
West Medford zoning raises questions with neighbors over loss of ‘village’ feel
If you have something to say about the proposed rezoning of West Medford and Medford Square, you’ll have your chance during a public Q&A scheduled for Thursday, May 8 at 6:30 in the Andrews Middle School cafetorium and on Zoom.
Medford budget hearings get underway, deficit at $1 million
There’s still a lot of number crunching left to go, but during its first preliminary budget meeting Tuesday night, April 29.
Medford launches new retail pop-up incubator program
Project: Pop-Up Medford, will offer a temporary storefront at 68 High St. in Medford Square, giving business owners the chance to pilot their products in a brick-and-mortar setting.
Volunteers needed for Medford boards & commissions
From the Welcome Committee to the Council on Aging to Traffic volunteers are needed to fill vacancies across a number of boards.
Medford Voc-Tech gets windfall in tools and equipment
Medford students win big time when Vecna Robotics makes $180,000 donation.
Spring ‘Big Sweep’ to begin on April 22 in Medford
The Medford DPW will conduct spring street sweeping over the course of several weeks, beginning on Tuesday, April 22.
Medford charter amended to keep mayor on School Committee
The City Council in a special meeting April 15 approved an amended charter that includes keeping the mayor on the School Committee, but as a voting member rather than as the chair.
Teen Night could kick off new era of inclusion in Medford
After decades of lobbying for their children, parents are hopeful that change is in the air.
It was Thatcher Magoun with a wrench at Medford Library
When Medford Public Library librarians find a body afterhours, they call on wannabe detectives to get a Clue.
City Charter newest draft calls for ward representation
Agenda for tonight’s City Council meeting includes: call for release of Tufts student Rumeysa Ozturk; call for constructive dialogue on Israel-Palestine conflict and condemning anti-Semitism; City Charter; $25,775,000 for school HVAC, roof bonds
Local business receives Medford Vacant Storefront Grant
Grants enable local businesswoman to move into a larger space in Medford.
Medford to host National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Got outdated or unused prescription? Here's your chance to get rid of them responsibly.