Medford school officials: Budget on target so far
Medford school officials received a status update on the current budget and what is on the horizon for fiscal year 2027.
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No Kings Rally for Winchester, Medford area set for March 28
Medford residents are welcome to join Winchester’s third No Kings rally on March 28. Organizers hope to draw in more than 1,000 people.
A snapshot of homelessness in Medford
Social Services Coordinator Jason Stone was among the volunteers who took the count in Medford.
State Rep. Erika Uyterhoeven joins crowded bid to succeed retiring Sen. Jehlen
State Rep. Erika Uyterhoeven is running for the Second Middlesex Senate seat being vacated by retiring Sen. Pat Jehlen. She pledges working on affordability, immigrant protection and government transparency.
City Council to mayor: How many lawsuits have been filed against the city of Medford? And for how much?
Councilors want to know, when it comes to lawsuits, how many and how much are they costing residents
Medford School Committee approves new MCAS Flex Pilot at high school
Medford school officials approved an MCAS Flex Pilot at the high school in order to create a more optimal testing experience for the entire school community.
Mayor announces projects that will receive CPA funding
The city has allocated $2.4 million in CPA funds for fiscal 2026. Here are the projects that will receive support.
Youth Risk Behavior Survey: Medford students doing well overall, problem areas identified
School officials are sharing information from the Youth Risk Behavior Survey, which provides student data on a variety of mental health issues.
These McGlynn students love math... seriously
McGlynn Elementary School students told school officials how much they love their new ST Math program, which challenges them to problem-solve without instruction from either teachers or the program itself.
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.
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.