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Mystic Valley Student Aces National Spanish Exam

Fri, 24 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT

Congtin Nguyen, a junior at Mystic Valley and Medford resident, was honored at Regis College by the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese because he received the highest score in the state of Massachusetts on the National Spanish Exam.

Green Line Extension moves toward key milestones

Wed, 22 May 2013 20:42:35 GMT

The Green Line Extension project is edging toward two key milestones in its long term development: Selecting a contract manager and general contractor, and submitting an application for over $500 million in federal funding, officials said Wednesday.

State refuses to budge on decision to block expansion of Mystic Valley charter school

Tue, 21 May 2013 22:20:43 GMT

State education officials on Tuesday refused to back away from their decision to block a planned expansion of the highly ranked Mystic Valley Regional Charter School in Malden, prompting the schools officials to threaten a lawsuit.

Mystic Valley softball team heading to tournament

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:47:32 GMT

The Mystic Valley girls' softball team qualified for the state tournament for the sixth consecutive year with a 122 victory over Pope John of Everett Monday.

Police: Medford man pulled knife in Malden road rage incident

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:13:02 GMT

A Medford man faces two charges after allegedly confronting another driver with a knife in a road rage incident, according to Malden police.

Dennis Lehane in Medford Tuesday

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:09:40 GMT

Bestselling author Dennis Lehane will be making a stop at Bestsellers Cafe in Medford Tuesday.

Medford's McGlynn given Fells award

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:11:31 GMT

The Friends of Middlesex Fells presented Medford Mayor Michael McGlynn with the Elizur Wright Award this week for his commitment to the state protected reservation area.

Medford seeks nominees for green awards

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:25:04 GMT

The city of Medford is seeking nominees for its annual green awards program. Businesses and individuals that promote, practice, or educate the public on environmentally friendly practices will be considered for the awards.

Series of Green Line extension meetings slated in June

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:12:47 GMT

By Jarret Bencks, Town Correspondent Five meetings will be held in Somerville, Medford and Cambridge in June to review the latest station designs for Green Line Extension stops. The meeting schedule is as follows: Ball Square station: Monday, June 3,...

Mayor McGlynn announces $400,000 EPA Brownfields grant

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:04:25 GMT

Mayor Michael J. McGlynn announced that the City of Medford has received two EPA Brownfield Cleanup Grants for a total of $400,000.

Medford to get new community garden

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT

Grace Episcopal Church Medford is currently launching a new community garden on its front lawn.

State calls for McGrath Highway to be torn down, replaced with boulevard

Thu, 16 May 2013 17:36:19 GMT

The state's Department of Transportation is recommending an elevated portion of McGrath Highway in Somerville be torn down and rebuilt at street level.

Medford saxophonist who played with stars to perform for a cause

Thu, 16 May 2013 14:00:59 GMT

The show is a celebration of Dyer's new CD and also will be a fund-raiser for The Second Step, a Newton-based comprehensive program for survivors of domestic violence.

'Circle the Square' set to kick off second season

Wed, 15 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT

Following its successful debut in 2012, Circle the Square is pleased to announce its sophomore season bringing live entertainment back to Medford Square. The third Thursday of each month between June and September will once again see the Square come alive with music, art, food, activities and other free entertainment.

Handmade arts market kicks of May 18 at Assembly Row

Fri, 10 May 2013 19:37:35 GMT

The first annual ASSEMBLED: The Handmade Arts Market at Assembly Row will begin on Saturday May 18. The markets kick off will feature over 30 Boston Etsy artisans and vendors, becoming the first Etsy sales event to take place in Somerville.

Meeting Tuesday on Medford indoor pool repair update

Fri, 10 May 2013 18:23:54 GMT

A $1.9 million bond to repair the pool, which has been closed since 2008 because of corrosion, was approved in February 2012.

Buses to replace trains on part of Orange Line on five nights per week during June, Aug., Sept., Oct.

Fri, 10 May 2013 17:50:00 GMT

Subway service between the Orange Lines four most northern stations will be replaced by buses after 9 p.m. on five days each week during a few stretches this summer and fall, according to the MBTA.

Local students to compete against peers from around the world at international science fair

Fri, 10 May 2013 15:15:53 GMT

This weekend, a small group of high school students from Greater Boston will travel across the country to participate in the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair.

Tufts Department of Music presents Tone Stampede III: Giocatolli

Fri, 10 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT

The Tufts University Department of Music presents a performance entitled Tone Stampede III: Giacatolli in the Distler Performance Hall at the Perry and Marty Granoff Music Center on Friday, May 24, 2013 at 8 p.m.

Medford Strong at Fenway Park

Thu, 09 May 2013 15:19:57 GMT

Krystle Campbell's mother, Patty Campbell, and the Medford High School Softball team were invited to take part in the pre-game ceremonies on Tuesday at Fenway Park.

Medford seeking recent vets to add to memorial

Fri, 03 May 2013 20:32:52 GMT

The city of Medford plans to add the names of veterans who were in the armed forces during recent wars and conflicts to its Honor Roll Park memorial on Winthrop Street, according to an announcement from Mayor Michael McGlynn.

Mystic Art Gallery to become "Off-the-Square Screening Room"

Fri, 03 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT

The Mystic Art Gallery will feature celluloid as its new art form on Saturday, May 18 at 7:30 pm, when it becomes the Off-the-Square Screening Room for the evening and brings film back to Medford Square. The gallery, located at 14 Main Street, is launching a cinema series saluting the art of independent filmmaking.

Medford's Royall House to host Jefferson historian Wiencek

Fri, 03 May 2013 00:18:59 GMT

A historian who has closely studied Thomas Jefferson's use of slaves is slated to speak at Medford's Royall House and Slave Quarters later this month.

State Rep. Donato shows support for child abuse prevention efforts

Thu, 02 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT

State Representative Paul J. Donato , D-Medford, recently demonstrated his support for child abuse prevention by attending the Step Up For Prevention ceremony held by Childrens Trust Fund (CTF) at the State House.

Boston College High releases list of third quarter honor roll students

Thu, 02 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT

The following was submitted by Boston College High School: For High Honors a Soph., Jr., Sr. must have at least a 3.80 quality point average and all grades '"C+" or higher. Freshmen need a 3.6 quality point average and all...