Melrose News

Published in the November 10, 2017 edition

MELROSE — Melrose Department of Public Works will observe the Veterans Day holiday on Friday, November 10. 

Although the DPW resident services office will be closed on Friday, curbside collection of trash, recycling and yard waste will be on regular schedule Monday through Friday; and the Recycling Facility at 72 Tremont St.…

Published in the November 3, 2017 edition

Published in the November 3, 2017 edition

MELROSE — The cleanup continues after a severe storm with howling, over 50 mile-an-hour wind gusts blew through the area Sunday night well into Monday. While street flooding was at a minimum, there was much damage to properties all over Melrose; the DPW has been working all week…

Published in the November 3, 2017 edition

MELROSE —The City of Melrose and the Melrose Veterans Advisory Board invite all veterans and residents to attend the unveiling of the World War II memorial on Saturday, November 11, at 10 a.m. at the Knoll (opposite Melrose High School). The breathtaking monument will feature design elements and…

Published in the November 3, 2017 edition

MELROSE — On Sunday, Nov. 5 from 1-5 p.m., please join us for a wonderful afternoon exploring terrific kitchens on the 10th Annual Melrose Kitchen Tour.  Make your way through 10 recently renovated kitchens to be inspired by their design and décor, and sample tasty treats from many…

School Committee candidates talk about their vision of local education

Published in the October 27, 2017 edition

This week we focus on the Nov. 7 race for three seats on the School Committee. The candidates are Hawley Road’s John C. Obremski, Jennifer M. McAndrew of Sears Avenue, Jennifer Razi-Thomas of Walton Park, West Wyoming Avenue’s…

Published in the October 27, 2017 edition

MELROSE – The Melrose Chamber of Commerce’s annual Trick or Treat at Melrose Businesses will be held on Tuesday, October 31, from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Sponsored by Bell & Izzi and MMTV, the event brings together businesses on Main Street, Essex Street, West Foster Street, West…

Published in the October 27, 2017 edition

Published in the October 20, 2017 edition

MELROSE — The Melrose-Wakefield-Saugus Veteran Services District will be accepting donations for those in need during this holiday season.

Donations will go to the New England Center for Homeless Veterans and to Rosie’s Place.

Those living in these locations are in need of basic “everyday” items.

Through our…

Published in the October 20, 2017 edition

MELROSE — The Residence at Melrose Station (www.residencemelrosestation.com) located at 158 Essex St., announces that the community will be participating in “Greenlight A Vet,” a campaign created by Walmart to create visible national support for U.S. veterans by having businesses and households display a green colored…

Published in the October 20, 2017 edition

MELROSE — The Melrose Alliance Against Violence invites the entire community to its 22nd Annual Walk and Candlelight Vigil starting at the Veterans Middle School Auditorium on Sunday, Oct. 22, at 4 p.m.

Plan on coming a little early to get settled. The weather looks great, and organizers hope…

Published in the October 20, 2017 edition

MELROSE — The United Methodist Women of the First United Church of Melrose, 645 Main St. will host a presentation on “The Principles of Islam” on Saturday, October 21 at 1:30 p.m. There will be a Powerpoint presentation followed by a panel participating in a question and answer…