"We Need Someone Who We Can Count On”: Medford Rep. Candidate Mossalam

Mossalam is challenging 11-term State Rep. Paul Donato to represent Medford on Beacon Hill.

Medford’s Solid Waste Task Force Releases Community Survey

The task force will use the information gathered from the survey to shape the direction of the city’s next waste hauling contract.

2022 Medford Primary: Everything To Know About Sept. 6 Election

Thousands have already voted in the first Massachusetts primary election with new voting rules in place.

LGBTQ+ Teens Furious That Pic At Medford Pride Used In Pol's Campaign

The students say Rep. Paul Donato, who has historically voted against LGBTQ+ rights, used a photo of them on a campaign flier.

Medford City Councilors Endorse State Auditor Candidate Chris Dempsey

Councilors Nicole Morell, Zac Bears, Kit Collins, and Justin Tseng announced their decision Wednesday.

Medford Releases Draft Version Of Comprehensive Plan

The document will serve as a roadmap for equitable, sustainable and smart development.

Medford Signs Agreement With 3rd & Final Retail Marijuana Dispensary

Victory Gardens now joins Theory Wellness​ and Sanctuary Medicinals​ as the city’s third retail marijuana company.

Medford’s Solid Waste Task Force Takes Shape, Holds First Meeting

The group is comprised of local experts, advocates and leaders who will assess the city’s future trash and recycling needs .

Medford Could Get A New Fire Headquarters: Mayor

The city is seeking input from an architect on whether to renovate the existing building or demolish and replace it.

Here’s What Medford Will Get In Latest State Budget

The city will get $14,051,147 in unrestricted funding and $13,938,241 for public schools.

Medford To Welcome First Marijuana Cultivation Establishment

Mystic Cultivate, LLC is now approved to set up marijuana cultivation site on Mystic Avenue.

Medford Seeking Input On How To Spend ARPA Funding

Medford is receiving over $48 million in APRA funds, distributed in installments until 2025.

Medford Unanimously Passes $201M FY 2023 Budget

Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn came back to negotiate at 12:45 a.m. on June 29 after the City Council voted to cut her salary.

‘I Can’t Wait To Do This Again Next Year’: Medford Mayor On Successful Pride Month

Medford’s first PRIDE celebration lasted throughout the month of June and included a series of events and programs.

Medford Mayor Will Establish Committee To Study City’s Charter

The group will be tasked with developing strategies and recommendations on changes to the charter.

Medford Signs Host Community Agreement With 2nd Marijuana Dispensary

The city signed the five-year agreement with Sanctuary Medicinals​, which plans to open a retail marijuana dispensary on Riverside Avenue.

Medford’s Residential Shared Streets Program To Return This Summer

Shared streets give people more space to get around in their neighborhoods car-free and safely.

Medford To Host Public Meeting On Housing Resources For Residents

City staff will be joined by staff from partner agencies including Housing Families, ABCD, and Metro Housing Boston.

Medford Mayor Appoints New Veterans’ Services Director

Jeremy David Johns had been working for the U.S. Department of Veteran’s Affairs before joining the City of Medford.

How Medford Is Working To Expand Affordable Housing

The city has provided updates on eligible 40B projects, its appeal of “Safe Harbor” status, and ongoing planning for housing needs.

Medford Seeking Residents To Fill Vacancies On Boards, Commissions

Residents of all backgrounds and abilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Medford Launching Business Façade Improvement Grant Program

The offering grant funding to businesses interested in making upgrades to public facing portions of storefront.

Medford Hosting Voter Education Workshop Series in May

The workshops will explore different aspect of the voting process.

Medford To Consider Proposed Lab Development On Mystic Valley Parkway

RISE Together and the Matarazzo Family are partnering to build an eight-story laboratory development at 4054 Mystic Valley Parkway.

Medford Square Tenants To Rally Against Mass Evictions

Savage Properties handed out notices to quit to all tenants-at-will, but the residents are fighting to stay in their homes.

Medford Teachers Association Educators Rally For Fair Contract

Many of the city’s teachers have gone without a contract since August.

Medford To Form Solid Waste Task Force: Mayor

The task force will help coordinate and plan Medford’s priorities for the future of its waste management operations.

Medford Releases Finalized Climate Action & Adaptation Plan

The city is pledging to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.

Clark Leads Call For Historic Investments In Early Ed and Child Care

Clark Announces $13 Million to Lower Energy Costs for Working Families

Medford Mayor Lungo-Koehn Appoints Owen Wartella To City Engineer

Wartella has served as Assistant City Engineer since January.

Medford Names Committee Members For First-Ever Pride Festival

The six committee members are tasked with helping to plan, organize, and coordinate the city’s first celebration this June.

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Medford City Council Votes Yes On Fair Share Amendment

The Fair Share Amendment is a proposal to add a small tax on annual individual incomes exceeding $1 million.

ICYMI: How Assistant Speaker Clark Gets It Done

"The American people have to know that we are fighting for them,” said Clark in her profile for The Cut

Medford Now Accepting Outdoor Dining Applications For 2022 Season

The city is continuing its Outdoor Dining Program for the third year in a row.

Clarks Leads Push to Address the Lack of Affordable Child Care

Approximately 460,000 families are without reliable child care; 1 in 9 child care jobs have been lost since the start of the pandemic

Clark Calls for Biden Administration to Extend the Student Loan Pause

Medford Mayor To Bring Back Mobile Office Hours Series

The monthly series provides an opportunity for community members to meet with Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn​ outside of City Hall.

Medford Names Next Finance Director

After a months-long search, the city has selected Nantucket Assistant Town Accountant Robert Dickinson to manage its $192 million budget.