🌱 Patch AM: Author Event "Valley of the Moms" with Hannah Selinger and 6 more events

Make time for Try a Free Music Class—September 8-12 on the Melrose Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Which Melrose gas station just sold a $2 million ticket?

Coming up: Wellesley Weston Lifetime Learning Fall Session Starts September 14! on the Melrose Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Melrose Gas Station Sells $2 Million Winning Lottery Ticket

Spotted on the Melrose calendar: Try a Free Music Class—September 8-12

🌱 Patch AM: Planning an arts event? See how to tap new Melrose grant money

And on the Melrose Patch calendar - Try a Free Music Class—September 8-12

🌱 Patch AM: Melrose Cultural Council Grant Application Cycle Begins For 2027

Also, don’t miss Energy Bill Clinic on the Melrose Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Cape Ann Pride's Fall Masquerade Ball and 12 more events

Also check out Energy Bill Clinic on the Melrose Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Cape Ann Pride's Fall Masquerade Ball and 13 more events

Coming up on the Melrose Patch calendar: Energy Bill Clinic

Melrose Municipal Pizza Event Returning Next Month

People who like pizza and local government may really enjoy this event.

Melrose Police To Host Bike Rodeo For Kids This Fall

The event marks the first of its kind in the city.

Melrose Volunteers To Prepare Farmers’ Market Meals for Local Seniors

Three local entities are hosting the volunteer effort together.

Melrose Nonprofit Awarded $45K Cummings Foundation Grant

The Foster Box provides clothing, diapers, baby gear, hygiene products, school supplies and other essentials to children in need.

Melrose Residents Affected By Overnight Power Outage

The outage has since been resolved by National Grid.

Melrose Council On Aging Announces Week Of Free Programs For Seniors

The programs include technology assistance, a Father's Day breakfast, social gatherings, a memory café, and a financial safety seminar.

Local Business Spotlight: Home Instead

Personalized in-home care services help seniors maintain independence and quality of life.

Melrose Officials Warn Students Against Underage Drinking Ahead Of Prom, Graduation Season

City and district leaders discussed the topic extensively on a podcast.

Melrose Dedicates Park To Fallen World War I Soldier

City leaders were in attendance for the event.

Melrose Grieving Together Through Loss Of Elementary School Student

Local organizations the young boy was a part of are remembering the impact he had on them.

'I Wish You Didn't Leave Us So Soon' Melrose Community Shows Support For Fallen Elementary Student

In the two days since the devastating event, the community has shown its support through an outpouring of flowers, posters, and donations.

Family Remembers Child Killed By Fallen Tree At Melrose Playground

A memorial fund has been set up in honor of the boy, with proceeds going toward one of his favorite passions.

How Melrose Can Bear The Unbearable

In the raw, tender hours after this tragedy, our community must find strength in each other.

Photos: Melrose Girl Scout Troop Teams Up With Seniors To Foster Positivity

The two groups conducted an art project that has been spread throughout the city.

Melrose Resident Recognized For His Autism Advocacy

The man was named a "Partner in Progress" by one of the state's largest autism organizations.

Zero Waste Melrose Announces Dates for Spring Swap Day and More

Events offer a range of opportunities to reduce, reuse, and recycle

Melrose Paramedic Graduates From Firefighting Academy

The academy is located in the town of Stow.

Melrose’s Sean Ryan Has Coached Austin Prep Basketball to New Heights

By Kim Tauro ’28, Austin Prep Student

Zero Waste Melrose announces winter-spring 2026 events

Local organization offers a regular schedule of events to reduce waste

Melrose Author Hopes Women Will Bounce Back After Reading Her Book

Ellen Holtzman has dealt with the issue of divorce on a personal and professional level.

Why I Spent a Year Plus of My Life Working on a Movie Called “SHEEPDOG”

Veteran Movie Opens This Weekend Across the Country

Melrose Police Giving Back To Charity That Supported Them In A Time Of Need

The department is raising thousands for the nonprofit that supported the family of a fallen officer.

Melrose Community Holds Vigil For ICE Shooting Victim

The event was organized by Mobilize Melrose.

Melrose Author Hopes To Help Others Deal With Grief By Sharing Her Personal Story

Gina Preziosa's parents both died when she was young.

Three Melrose Sisters Bring Holiday Magic to Austin Prep’s Nutcracker

Addison, Avery, and Ella Gill light up Austin Prep’s Nutcracker with sisterly spirit and holiday cheer in a performance to remember

Melrose Holding Special Dedication For Fallen City Employee

Eric Devlin was a Melrose Conservation Agent.

Melrose Church's Drag Event Draws Protestors

The guests came to church as part of a recurring speaker series.

Recycle Halloween Candy Wrappers and Donate Extra Candy

​Zero Waste Melrose is once again turning Halloween trash into treasure, and partnering with The Food Drive for leftover candy donations.

Whether You Rent or Own, Weatherization Can Help You Save

Professional weatherization makes your home more energy efficient and comfortable to live in year-round.

Melrose Cultural Council Grant Application Cycle Begins

Residents and organizations can apply to have their community events funded.

Melrose Police Mourn The Death Of Long-time Officer

The officer died unexpectedly earlier this week.

Melrose Resident Recognized For Bishop Fenwick Resume

The high school awarded this student at the Underclass Awards before the summer began.

Melrose BSA Troop Welcomes 4 New Eagle Scouts

Eagle Scout is the BSA organization's highest honor.

Pilot Killed In Beverly Crash Identified As Melrose Resident

The 30-year-old is being remembered by his loved ones after his death this past week.

Coyote Family Spotted Strolling Through Melrose

The wild canine is known to have a presence in town.

Welcome to 27 Gooch Street!

A charming 4 bedroom single family tucked between Main Street and Melrose Common

Will our local real estate market crash?

Unlikely, but the national news headlines would have you believe otherwise

What’s Happening In The Wakefield And Melrose Real Estate Market?

The number one question asked by friends, family and clients: How’s the market?

Thinking of selling? Get your home ready for market with these tips

Selling your home requires a lot of prep. Sellers that take the time and put in the effort are going to get the best return on investment.

Prep Your Home for Winter, and A Forecast for the Year Ahead

Our homes are our biggest asset, here are 10 ways you can start preparing it for winter.

How to stick to a workout routine at home or the office

With many convenient & creative ways to work out at home or in the office, you don’t need a gym membership or special equipment to exercise.

Topsail Addiction Announces Agreement with Blue Cross Blue Shield

Andover Addiction Treatment Center is now In-Network with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

How Health Benefit Plans Are Supporting Members’ Whole Health

Health plans are stepping up to support a preventative, whole-health approach that enables their members to live healthier lives.