Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Working To Upgrade Hazard Mitigation Plan
The plan's purpose is to guide how the town prepares for natural hazards and protects residents, property and public infrastructure.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
- Melrose, MA
Ben Pierce is a Patch field editor covering the communities of Melrose, Malden, Medford, Somerville, Arlington, Newton, and Brookline. He graduated from Marist College in Poughkeepsie, New York in 2021 with a bachelor's degree in communication and a concentration in sports journalism. Ben can be reached at benjamin.pierce@patch.com.
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Newton, MA|News|
Newton Man Charged After Using Machete During Road Rage Incident: Report
The altercation took place on a highway in Dedham.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|News|
Malden Officer Hit By Vehicle During Intercity Pursuit
The vehicle was being followed by Everett police as part of an investigation when it entered Malden.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|News|
Fire Breaks Out On Roof Of Somerville Condo Complex
The building is located in Assembly Row in East Somerville.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Awarded Grant To Launch Youth Climate Action Program
The Youth Climate Action Fund is distributed to municipalities by Bloomberg Philanthropies.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
2 Cars Collide On Route 9 In Newton
The vehicles involved sustained minor damage.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|News|
Arrests, Car Break-ins, And Fraud: Malden Police Log
The following events were reported to Malden police recently.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Worker, Firefighter Recovering After Air Explosion And Fire At Scuba Store In Brookline
The incident caused damage to the store and apartment units above it.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Melrose|News|
Arrests, Assault, And Hit-and-runs: Melrose Police Log
The following events were reported to Melrose police recently.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Melrose|News|
Local Chorus Bringing Broadway Songs To Melrose
The concert is coming to the city's performance headquarters in early June.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Melrose|News|
Melrose Cancels FY27 Budget Hearing
A rescheduled date has not yet been announced.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Medford, MA|News|
Medford Police Promote Veteran Officer To Lieutenant
The officer has worked his way through the ranks for the past eight years.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Beach Closing For 2 Weeks Before Summer Season
The closure is to allow for the Recreation Department to make final preparations before summer begins.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|News|
Malden Looking For Member To Complete Public Works Commission
The commission is involved in decisions that directly affect residents’ everyday services and utility costs.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
Newton Church Approved For Condo Conversion: Report
Habitech Communities purchased the church in 2024.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Post Office Closed Due To Fire Damage
The USPS does not know how long the closure will last.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
2 Injured In Fire At Brookline Scuba Store
The department responded to the scene after receiving reports of an explosion.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
High Grocery Prices Still Squeezing MA Families: What To Know
Donald Trump campaigned on bringing down grocery costs that were driven up by pandemic supply chain issues and Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Police Hiring Full-time Officers
Applicants must currently be employed as a full-time police officer in Massachusetts.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Cambridge, MA|News|
Arrest Made In Connection With Harvard Campus Dormitory Assaults
Police believe they have identified the person behind multiple occurrences that took place earlier this month.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
