The following is a message from Department of Public Works Commissioner John Buckley:
As we all know, the overall economic conditions throughout the United States of America and more specifically, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, have remained suppressed. While the longer term economic outlook is cautiously optimistic, the near term projections do not offer any relief. […]

Cougars Beat Lowell Catholic Tuesday
Freshmen, Sophomores Win League Meet
Story Updated 7:40PM, Thursday, October 1, 2009
- Allison Goldsberry
The Arlington Catholic Boys and Girls Cross Country teams continued their undefeated seasons with victories over Lowell Catholic’s runners by scores of 20-39 (Boys) and 19-37 (Girls). Both AC teams are now 4-0.
The boys were once again lead […]

State House Hearing October 7 on Paid Sick Days Bill
The following is an announcement from State Senator Patricia Jehlen (D-Somerville, Medford)
Legislation to provide paid sick leave to workers in Massachusetts will receive a public hearing on October 7th. This important bill is a vital tool in the effort to help control infectious diseases like the […]

- Ken Krause
Sorting recyclables at its Spring Mystic River Cleanup this year helped net the Friends of the Mystic River a $500 contribution for its programs.
The Friends will recycle again at its Fall Mystic River Cleanup on Saturday, Oct. 3, but this time in hopes of helping win up to $15,000 for the city of […]

Over the next couple of weeks InsideMedford.com is publishing un-edited statements from candidates running for School Committee, City Council, and Mayor.
The first batch of statements appears below and is from the School Committee challengers. Statements from the School Committee incumbents will follow shortly.
The City Council challengers will have statements published, followed by the incumbents. […]

My name is Larry Brown and I’m a candidate for Medford School Committee. As a lifelong, second generation Medford resident with two sons in the Medford public school system (McGlynn Middle and the High School), I have been active in both of my sons’ educations and remain an involved and committed parent. […]

My name is John Falco and as a candidate for the Medford School Committee, I respectfully ask for your vote and support. I offer you my 20 years of accounting and finance expertise, a strong educational background (BS, University of Massachusetts; Graduate Certificate from Northeastern University), experience advocating for the children of Medford, and […]

My husband, Jack Beusmans, and I have two sons, Izaak and Ari, who attend the Columbus school. I grew up in Chicago and attended the Chicago Public Schools. I have BA in Biology from the University of Chicago and an MS in Biology from the Northeastern University. After graduate school, I worked as […]

My name is Chris Murphy and I am running for the Medford School Committee. I have been a resident of 51 Sheridan Ave since I was five years old. I attended Medford Public Schools from Kindergarten until my high school graduation.
My family has been in the city of Medford for the last 55 years and […]

In these tight fiscal times, we need Medford School Committee members that can advocate for programs, can meet with parents in the school yard, in the playground, and online with technology. We need members that can lobby our State House delegates and assist them with bills and research and provide a pulse for this community […]

Dear Fellow Citizens,
My name is George A. Scarpelli. As a professional supervisor of youth and recreation programs, as a graduate of the Medford public schools, and a life long resident of our city, I am writing to ask for your support for my candidacy to serve on the Medford School Committee.
I have one child currently […]

Despite the dreary weather, local residents visited Tufts University on Sunday for the seventh annual Community Day. The popular and free event includes games, food, performances, educational displays, community tables, pumpkin-painting, and other activities.
Below are pictures taken by Medford resident and Tufts alum Steve Eliopoulos.

Tufts President Larry Bacow poses with Eliopoulos’ children, Stella and […]

Message Posted by Medford Square Church Sparks Public Outcry
- Allison Goldsberry
A message recently posted on a sign in front of the New England Baptist Church in Medford Square triggered “a ton of complaining phone calls and emails,” according to City of Medford Diversity Director Diane McLeod.
The message said “Homosexuality, like all sin, is ungodly […]

Medford Football Off to Strong Start at 2-0
- Allison Goldsberry
Head Coach Rico Dello Iacono and the Medford Mustang football team left Peabody with a victory Friday night as Medford put away Bishop Fenwick, 35-14.
The Mustangs’ senior leaders really stepped up for the team, with Pat Barry, Phil Chery, and captain Giovanni Sanders each scoring rushing […]

New Oil Company Hires Saxophone Player for Promotion

Commuters at the West Medford train station were greeted by a saxophone player on Friday morning and afternoon. Charles Langford was hired by new online oil company, Clickfil.com, as part of its advertising campaign. The company is launching in October and says it can save customers […]

Tufts Hosts Seventh Annual Community Day with Medford and Somerville
Neighbors, Friends Invited to Join University for Learning, Family Entertainment, Lunch, More

A local child gets ready to give Tufts’ mascot, Jumbo the elephant, a hug during Tufts University’s Community Day 2008. Photo courtesy Tufts University Photography.
The following is an announcement from Tufts University
Residents, neighbors and […]

US Representative Edward Markey (D-Malden) released the following statement in support of Governor Deval Patrick’s appointment of long-time Kennedy friend Paul Kirk as interim senator.
“I congratulate my friend Paul Kirk on his appointment to the Senate and commend Gov. Patrick for his outstanding choice,” said Markey. “From climate change to the Employee Free Choice […]

Judy Perlman of Housing Families (pictured above with State Representative Paul Donato, past president of the Kiwanis) recently spoke to the Medford Kiwanis Club on homelessness and housing needs. The Kiwanis donated $500 to Housing Families. Courtesy photo.

Double Victory for Boys, Girls Cross-Country Teams
Story Updated 7:39AM, Friday, September 25, 2009
- Allison Goldsberry
The Arlington Catholic Boys and Girls Cross Country Teams made it two in a row with key wins over Archbishop Williams on Tuesday and previously undefeated Cardinal Spellman on Thursday.
The boys put away Archbishop Williams by a score of 19 […]