The emergency public health advisory says all residents should wear a mask while in public.
The Veterans Northeast Outreach Center has been forced to make adjustments in the era of coronavirus, but it's still getting job done.
There are now 59 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Melrose.
The emergency public health advisory, which is not be enforceable by law, comes ahead of an expected surge in Massachusetts COVID-19 cases.
A GoFundMe for Bob DiVola, who remains on a ventilator in the ICU, is helping his family in a difficult time.
An elderly resident is the first person from Melrose to die from the coronavirus.
Last Tuesday the city announced its first three cases. That number has multiplied by nearly 10 in a week.
The 56-year-old man developed symptoms two days after attending a sizable department meeting. There are now 24 coronavirus cases in Melrose.
Mayor Paul Brodeur cited the state's "evolving position" as to why the city will return to announcing the number of COVID-19 cases.
Mayor Paul Brodeur discusses social distancing, why the city won't be publicly reporting COVID-19 cases and more, economic impact and more.
Health Director Ruth Clay said to expect more positive cases as testing increases.
Do you have personal protective equipment? Can you sew masks? MelroseWakefield Healthcare is asking for your help.
The Health Department has no problem with people going to restaurants for takeout or ordering delivery, as long as they social distance.
Mayor Paul Broduer called the declarations "precautionary measures."
The Health Department is issuing an emergency order to shut down all hair salons, barber shops, nail salons and other similar businesses.
The city is shutting down school events to the public, closing Memorial Hall for more than a month and more.
"We do take this very seriously," Dr. Steven Sbardella said. "We hope none of our planning ever comes to fruition."
The Saugus YMCA is pleased to announce its annual 5k, Not a Walk in the Park, will take place at Breakheart Reservation on April 25.
"We don’t know whether this new virus will have a significant impact on Melrose," said Mayor Paul Brodeur.
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Register for the can't miss family event of the season hosted by the Melrose Family YMCA in downtown Melrose!
New program geared towards older adults of all fitness levels launches this Fall
Try the Y Wednesdays through July!
Join us in Colby Park this summer from July 9th through August 22nd for free Yoga and Tai Chi classes taught by our certified instructors.
OB/GYN visits should start well before family planning and should not end after the reproductive years.
County Health Rankings and Roadmaps released its 2019 report Tuesday. See how Middlesex County fared.
Health officials announced the death Tuesday.
Examining proven pilots from across the U.S.
Melrose resident supporting cancer care and research in B.A.A. Half Marathon®
Thursday at 3 p.m. at Bowden Park.
Here are some events coming up during the Healthy Melrose Family Fitness and Wellness Fair.
During the month of May, the Red Cross urges donors to donate blood for patient emergencies.
Melrose Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition hosts 2nd Annual Footprints 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, June 5th at Pine Banks Park.
According to the DEA, many abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including from the home medicine cabinet.
The Leapfrog Group announced its ratings Monday, which give hospitals a grade of A through F for patient safety.
The annual blood drive, "Give Life, Remember Love," will be held Saturday, April 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Easter egg hunts are a time-honored tradition, but Food poisoning from Salmonella enteritidis is not.
A new survey by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin puts Middlesex County at number two in the state.
Dr. Lee discusses how Malden Dental Associates sets itself apart from the competition and talks about a typical first appointment.
Melrose was one of two communities to have more than one home fail, but the MWRA says the public need not worry.