Monday, May 13, 2013
A new editor takes over Medford Patch today.
SONG OF THE DAY: "Dizzy" by Jimmy Eat World Good morning, Medford! Here are five things you need to know today, Monday, May 13: 1. FITZPATRICK'S HAT IN RING: Medford resident Bob FitzPatrick has entered the race for Medford City Council. Read more here. 2. NEW ORDER: John Waller takes over as local editor of Medford Patch from Jake O'Donnell today. He can be reached at john.waller@patch.com. Bill Gilman is now Medford Patch's community editor and can be reached at williamg@patch.com. 3. GET THE PATCH NEWSLETTER: Have you signed up for the Medford Patch Daily Newsletter yet? Each morning you can get Medford Patch news delivered directly to your e-mail inbox. It's totally free, so if you like what you read here, sign up now! 4. THIS DAY IN …
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Friday, May 10, 2013
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SONG OF THE DAY: "Memory Boy" by Deerhunter Good morning, Medford! Here are five things you need to know today, Friday, May 10: 1. LIBRARY RESTROOMS: Our post Thursday about Councilor Michael Marks' concerns about the public restrooms at the Medford Public Library has spurred debate here and on our Facebook page. What do you think? Join the conversation. 2. DON'T TOUCH THE DRIVER: In response to attacks on employees, the MBTA has launched a new campaign. Check it out here. 3. GET THE PATCH NEWSLETTER: Have you signed up for the Medford Patch Daily Newsletter yet? Each morning you can get Medford Patch news delivered directly to your e-mail inbox. It's totally free, so if you like what you read here, sign up now! 4. THIS DAY IN HISTORY: On …
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Thursday, May 9, 2013
Did Medford's high schools rank on a recent national publication's ratings list?
SONG OF THE DAY: "Milk & Black Spiders" by Foals Good morning, Medford! Here are five things you need to know today, Thursday, May 9: 1. RED SOX HONOR CAMPBELL: Earlier this week the Boston Red Sox honored Krystle Campbell and her mom threw out the first pitch at Fenway Park. Read more here. 2. NEWSWEEK TOP-RATED HIGH SCHOOLS: See if Medford's high schools appeared on Newsweek's recent list of the top-rated high schools in the nation. 3. GET THE PATCH NEWSLETTER: Have you signed up for the Medford Patch Daily Newsletter yet? Each morning you can get Medford Patch news delivered directly to your e-mail inbox. It's totally free, so if you like what you read here, sign up now! 4. THIS DAY IN HISTORY: On this day in 1791, Francis Hopkinson, …
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Wednesday, May 8, 2013
See how the city celebrated Arbor Day.
SONG OF THE DAY: "Evil" by Interpol Good morning, Medford! Here are five things you need to know today, Wednesday, May 8: 1. COMMUNITY SCHOOLS SUMMER PROGRAM: The Medford school website has posted details about the Community Schools Summertime Fun Program for Grades K-6 which starts the first week of July. 2. MEDFORD CELEBRATES ARBOR DAY: Medford officials recently celebrated Arbor Day by performing tree maintenance in Medford Square, Haines Square, West Medford Square and the business districts in South Medford and the Hillside. Here's more from the city website. 3. GET THE PATCH NEWSLETTER: Have you signed up for the Medford Patch Daily Newsletter yet? Each morning you can get Medford Patch news delivered directly to your e-mail inbox. …
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Tuesday, May 7, 2013
City Council meets tonight at Medford City Hall.
SONG OF THE DAY: "Demon Dance" by Surfer Blood Good morning, Medford! Here are five things you need to know today, Tuesday, May 7: 1. CITY COUNCIL: The Medford City Council meets tonight at 6 p.m. for a committee of the whole meeting in room 207 of Medford City Hall followed by their regular meeting at 7 p.m. in the Howard F. Alden Auditorium. Here's what's on tap. 2. BENEFIT FOR KRYSTLE CAMPBELL FUND: A benefit variety show will be held at Arlington's Regent Theatre next Monday for the Krystle M. Campbell Fund. Find out more about how to get tickets here. 3. GET THE PATCH NEWSLETTER: Have you signed up for the Medford Patch Daily Newsletter yet? Each morning you can get Medford Patch news delivered directly to your e-mail inbox. It's …
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Monday, May 6, 2013
School Committee will meet at Medford High School tonight.
SONG OF THE DAY: "Mary" by Kings of Leon Good morning, Medford! Here are five things you need to know today, Monday, May 6: 1. UNDERAGE DRINKING PRESENTATION: Team Medford, in partnership with Medford Police Department and Medford High School, is hosting a Campbell and Campbell presentation "regarding everything families should know about issues related to underage drinking and their home" tonight at Medford City Hall from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. More information here. 2. SCHOOL COMMITTEE: The Medford School Committee will be meeting at the Medford High School Library Resource Center at 7 p.m. Here is their agenda. 3. GET THE PATCH NEWSLETTER: Have you signed up for the Medford Patch Daily Newsletter yet? Each morning you can get Medford Patch …
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Friday, May 3, 2013
Medford Square Earth Day Festival and Clean Up is tomorrow.
SONG OF THE DAY: "My Blue Heaven" by Taking Back Sunday Good morning, Medford! Here are five things you need to know today, Friday, May 3: 1. OUR TOP STORIES OF APRIL: You can see Medford Patch's top 10 most read stories of April here. 2. MEDFORD SQUARE EARTH DAY FESTIVAL: The annual Medford Square Earth Day Clean Up and Festival is being held Saturday starting at 9:30 a.m. Check out the happenings here. 3. GET THE PATCH NEWSLETTER: Have you signed up for the Medford Patch Daily Newsletter yet? Each morning you can get Medford Patch news delivered directly to your e-mail inbox. It's totally free, so if you like what you read here, sign up now! 4. THIS DAY IN HISTORY: On this day in 1469, the Italian philosopher and writer Niccolo …
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Thursday, May 2, 2013
Find out what today's pollen count is in Medford.
SONG OF THE DAY: "Babel" by Mumford & Sons Good morning, Medford! Here are five things you need to know today, Thursday, May 2: 1. LOOKING FOR LOCAL VOICES: Did you know Medford Patch is always looking for new bloggers? If you've got a letter to the editor you'd like to submit, the way to get it on Patch is to post it as a blog. We've got more information here, and any questions can be directed to jake.odonnell@patch.com. 2. MEDFORD POLLEN COUNT: Got allergies? Wondering what Medford's pollen count is today? We've got a tracker right here that you can check everyday. 3. GET THE PATCH NEWSLETTER: Have you signed up for the Medford Patch Daily Newsletter yet? Each morning you can get Medford Patch news delivered directly to your e-mail inbox…
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Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Show us your Medford Little League opening day photos!
SONG OF THE DAY: "On the Sea" by Beach House Good morning, Medford! Here are five things you need to know today, Wednesday, May 1: 1. MEDFORD POLLEN COUNT: Got allergies? Wondering what Medford's pollen count is today? We've got a tracker right here that you can check everyday. 2. LITTLE LEAGUE: Did you take photos of your Little Leaguer at Saturday's Medford Little League opening day ceremonies? If you did, we'd love for you to post them here. 3. GET THE PATCH NEWSLETTER: Have you signed up for the Medford Patch Daily Newsletter yet? Each morning you can get Medford Patch news delivered directly to your e-mail inbox. It's totally free, so if you like what you read here, sign up now! 4. THIS DAY IN HISTORY: On this day in 1931, President …
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Tuesday, April 30, 2013
No Medford City Council meeting tonight due to the primary election.
SONG OF THE DAY: "Sea of Love" by the National Good morning, Medford! Here are five things you need to know today, Tuesday, April 30: 1. SENATE PRIMARY: The Democratic and Republic primaries for the U.S. Senate special election to fill John Kerry's seat will be held today. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. More information on poll locations available here. 2. NO COUNCIL: Because of the primary, the Medford City Council will not be holding a regular meeting tonight. Their next meeting is expected to take place Tuesday, May 7. 3. GET THE PATCH NEWSLETTER: Have you signed up for the Medford Patch Daily Newsletter yet? Each morning you can get Medford Patch news delivered directly to your e-mail inbox. It's totally free, so if you like …
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