Cambridge Vice Mayor Burnham Azeem pitches record of results in crowded 2nd Middlesex Senate race
Cambridge Vice Mayor Burhan Azeem is entering the state Senate race for the 2nd Middlesex District.
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Medford school programs, projects on target for this year
Medford school administrators updated the School Committee about the multitude of projects, both academic and structural, currently underway throughout the district.
Somerville councilor Matthew McLaughlin runs for 2nd Middlesex Senate seat, citing affordability crisis
Somerville City Councilor Matthew McLaughlin is tossing his name into the ring for the 2nd Middlesex District seat being vacated by Sen. Pat Jehlen.
Sen. Jason Lewis, state officials warn residents about federal cuts’ effects on state budget
State Sen. Jason Lewis hosted a meeting in late February to discuss the effects of federal tax cuts on the state budget with Mass. residents.
Three-term state Rep. Erika Uyterhoeven announces candidacy for 2nd Middlesex District Senate seat
State Rep. Erika Uyterhoeven announced her candidacy for state Senate in the 2nd Middlesex District.
Tufts Medicine Behavioral Health Hospital opens next month
The hospital will train Tufts medical students and consolidate inpatient services in a facility designed specifically for psychiatric care.
Seniors raise concerns with Medford Square rezoning plan
Possible loss of nearby parking worries seniors.
Sen. Pat Jehlen says it was ‘just time’ to retire after 50 years of public service
After 50 years of public service, Sen. Pat Jehlen says it was time to retire. But don’t count her out, she has an agenda set until her last day in office, Dec. 31, 2026.
Medford eighth-graders excited about participating in Project 351
Jovie LeFleur and Allie Materazzo will be Medford’s ambassadors to Project 351, a nonprofit that teaches eighth graders how to be leaders, build unity and cultivate kindness through service.
Flu still prevalent, COVID-19 rates dropping in Mass.
Flu season is at its peak. State health officials say it has been one of the worst seasons. Rates for other respiratory diseases are low, however.
A vision of what Medford Square could be
Transom Real Estate offers a vision of a walkable and shoppable downtown.
Vacant building owners in Medford could end up paying a price
The Planning & Permitting Committee is floating an ordinance update that would force landlords to register their vacant or abandoned properties and to pay a fee.
School Committee approves educational plan for Medford High School project
The educational plan is a requirement of the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) Core Program’s Feasibility Study.
Medford School Committee names Suzanne Galusi as permanent superintendent
The Medford School Committee this week named Dr. Suzanne Galusi as the new permanent superintendent for Medford Public Schools, pending contract negotiations.
Medford Square rezoning discussion back on track
City Council and Community Development reboot rezoning efforts
School Committee receives draft of Educational Plan for Medford High School project
Medford residents are welcome to read the draft of the educational plan for the new high school building and comment before the School Committee votes on whether to accept the document on Feb. 2, 2026.