Saturday, December 1, 2007
St. Francis of Assisi School Annual Holiday Fair

Enjoy food from Mike’s Pastry, Pizzeria Regina, and Kelly’s Roast beef as you browse the festive offerings of St. Francis of Assisi School’s Annual Holiday Fair. 9AM-4PM, One St. Clare Road.
Free Lead Test for Toys, Household Products

State Senator Pat Jehlen and State Representative […]

Mayor Michael McGlynn gets into the spirit at Century Bank’s “Vintage Photo Parlor” during Thursday’s Victorian Stroll. More than 500 residents, including State Representative Paul Donato, donned Victorian garb for the photo booth. Century Bank, the largest family-controlled bank in New England, collected many new and unwrapped toys for the Toys for Tots program […]

Medford’s Delegation Satisfied with Governor’s Proposed Funding for Green Line Extension

Pictured from left: Somerville Mayor Josephy Curtatone, State Senator Anthony Gallucio (D-Cambridge), State Senator Steven Tolman (D-Watertown), Governor Deval Patrick, State Representative Carl Sciortino (D-Medford), State Senator Pat Jehlen (D-Somerville), State Representative Tim Toomey (D-Cambridge), State Representative Denise Provost (D-Somerville), and State Representative Paul […]

TV news stations are reporting that a body was found this afternoon in the parking lot for Dunkin Donuts and Staples on Mystic Avenue in Medford.
- Allison Goldsberry
Story Updated 6:00PM Friday, November 30, 2007
Fox 25 and Channel 7 News are reporting the body of a missing Salem, MA, woman was found this afternoon in […]

Square Will Shut Down Thursday Afternoon for Holiday Event

A candle light created by Medford High Vocational School students. The 4-foot tall candles line Salem Street in Medford Square and parts of West Medford Square.
Medford Square will shut down later this afternoon for Thursday night’s Victorian Stroll.
The second annual stroll, taking place from 6PM-8PM, will […]

Hundreds gathered for the Jingle Bell Tree Festival and to see City Hall light up on Wednesday evening. The building’s twenty light displays were created by Medford High Vocational students, who also created candle lights for Medford and West Medford squares. Today kicks off several days of events, including Thursday’s Victorian Stroll […]

Volunteers Collect 9 Bags of Leaves, Litter

Organizers of the clean up, Robert Swierk, Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Cheryl White, and Ken Krause with volunteers Jennifer Klibanoff and Kokeb, Tinsae, and Aklilu Shewangizaw in Medford Square. Photo courtesy Robert Swierk.
- Allison Goldsberry
Starting today Medford Square will be abuzz with holiday activity and Robert Swierk, […]

This West Street home was recently part of an affordable housing lottery. Courtesy photo.
- Allison Goldsberry
With costs going up on just about everything, from gas to oil to water and sewer bills, the city is trying to help save residents some money by shaving a few dollars off residential property tax bills.
According to City […]

Mayor Michael McGlynn’s office just announced that, in addition to Wally the Green Monster, the Red Sox’ 2007 World Series Trophy will also make an appearance at Medford’s Holiday Celebration on Wednesday.
The event kicks off at 4:30PM tomorrow when City Hall is set ablaze with lights, followed by the lighting of the Menorah, Christmas Tree, […]

Affordable Units Available at Wellington Place

A rendering of Wellington Place. Courtesy photo.
The city is holding an information session tonight at 7PM at City Hall about affordable units available at Wellington Place.
Five affordable units are available- three one-bedrooms and two two-bedrooms. Medford residents will be given preference on three of the units and […]

Councilor Says “Back Room Deal” Took Place for Leadership

The Medford City Council. From left: Robert Penta, Stephanie Muccini Burke, Robert Maiocco, Breanna Lungo, Michael Marks, Frederick Dello Russo, Jr., and Paul Camuso. Courtesy photo.
- Allison Goldsberry
The City Council nominated its 2008 leadership in a caucus last week that one councilor says was nothing […]

Tuesday, November 27, 2007
Medford Square Holiday Clean-up

Help get Medford Square ready for this week’s holiday festivities. Volunteers will meet at 5PM at the triangle in front of the former Papa Gino’s. Trash bags and gloves will be provided, please bring dustpans, brooms, and small rakes if possible. Light-colored, reflective clothing is encouraged. […]

FBI Issues Online Safety Tips for “Cyber Monday,” Holiday Season

There are some things you should know before shopping online. The FBI’s got some tips to keep consumers from “getting grinched.”
“Cyber Monday,” Black Friday’s online counterpart, is upon us and the FBI’s got some tips for consumers for safe cyber shopping for the holiday season.
First, […]

Saturday, November 24, 2007
Autumn White Wine-Tasting at Grapevine Travelers

Join Grapevine Travelers as they sample three hearty autumn white wines that pair beautifully with food. 3PM-7PM, 18 High Street.
Sunday, November 25, 2007
“Mostly Waltz” at Springstep

Work off that Thanksgiving feast with a waltz lesson at Springstep. Lesson, 2:15PM-3:00PM, dance to live music until 5PM. […]

State Senator Pat Jehlen encourages residents to get toys tested for lead.
In the wake of numerous toy recalls due to high levels of lead, State Senator Pat Jehlen (D-Somerville) and State Representative Denise Provost (D-Somerville) are helping concerned residents find out if their toys, clothes, and other household products contain lead and other toxins.
They have […]

Medford Falls to Malden, 7-6, in Thanksgiving Game
The Medford Mustangs put up a good fight, but the Malden Golden Tornadoes pulled out a close win, 7-6, in the 120th Thanksgiving Day match-up. Malden continues to lead the historic series, 56-54. The two teams have tied ten times.
Check out highlights of the game below, […]