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The sun sets on the Stroll

THE JULY 25 sunset was made more spectacular because it was enjoyed by throngs of people who turned out for the 2025 edition of the Chamber of Commerce’s Summer Stroll. (Photo by Raj Das, edphotos.com)

 

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Another awesome summer night, courtesy of the Chamber

 

THE 2025 SUMMER STROLL hosted by the Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the city was a great success, with hundreds of people coming together downtown on Friday night, July 25. Presenting sponsor was The Residence of Melrose Station. The Stroll was also made possible by a grant from the Melrose Cultural Council and

 

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Local man awarded $42M in case vs. J&J

BOSTON — A Melrose man was awarded more than $42 million Tuesday after a jury agreed he had developed mesothelioma, a rare form of cancer, from decades of using Johnson & Johnson talc products.

Paul Lovell and his wife Kathryn sued the company in 2021, claiming Johnson & Johnson’s products contained asbestos and Paul was…

 

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Merrill and Corrigan to lead middle and high schools

 

JASON MERRILL
JASON MERRILL
BRYAN CORRIGAN

By ELLIS IURILLI-HOUGH

MELROSE — Budget cuts in the Melrose Public Schools have left many parents concerned about the upcoming school year. One of the cuts that has generated the most discussion and, for many, worry, is the elimination of the middle school principal position.

Jason Merrill, who has been…

 

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More images from the Summer Stroll

 

 

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Front Page: August 1, 2025

 

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Updates from City Hall

MELROSE — The City of Melrose is sharing the following updates for the upcoming week:

Fall Rec programs accepting signups

Melrose Recreation fall programs are still accepting registration! Flag Football (Grades K-6) and Middle School Football (Grades 6-8) are accepting signups until Friday, August 15. Youth sports programs are open to athletes of all skill…

 

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Dancin’ in the street

THE DANCE TRACK STUDIO in Wakefield has been a staple of the Chamber of Commerce’s Summer Stroll for years, and the 2025 edition held on July 25 was no exception. (Photo by Raj Das, edphotos.com)

 

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Donate school supplies for Melrose kids

MAYOR JEN GRIGORAITIS with Chris Cinella of Edward Jones.

MELROSE — For the 15th consecutive year, Edward Jones Financial Advisor Chris Cinella is collecting school supplies for local children who need them. All supplies will be given to Melrose families who require extra help or are being served by the Red Cross or the Melrose…

 

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Chambers come together to help each other

NETWORKING IS critical to businesspeople. From the left at a recent North Reading event are Kerri Koen of Modern Legacy Law Group in Melrose, Melrose Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Stephanie Nelson and Craig Zecchino, who manages the Melrose branch of Cambridge Savings Bank. (Neil Zolot Photo)

By NEIL ZOLOT

NORTH READING — Melrose Chamber…

 

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Front Page: July 25, 2025

 

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It’s time to take a Stroll

THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE’S Summer Stroll in downtown Melrose is always a popular night out on the town. (File Photo)

MELROSE — A favorite among Melrose Chamber of Commerce events, the annual Summer Stroll returns Friday, July 25 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

A true community gathering, the Stroll showcases downtown businesses, accentuated with…

 

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