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.
Also: Police reminding residents to lock up after uptick in car break-in attempts.
The School Committee and Julie Kukenberger have agreed on a contract that would make her the next superintendent.
The 141-unit apartment building, which will have retail and gallery space on the first floor, would inhabit the bones of Marty's Furniture.
We asked local businesses to update their status and created a handy guide from their responses.
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Fremont-Smith, the Chairman of the Planning Board and Director of the Melrose YMCA, was an associate justice in the state Superior Court.
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Two new orders would waive penalties for late excise tax bills for 18 months and extend the deadline for real estate taxes.
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.
We’re publishing a simple Open-or-Closed Directory for Melrose Businesses. Here’s how to get listed.
A subcommittee supported a resolution asking the state to expand the "Bottle Bill" as an act expanding the city's liquor sales moves forth.
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.
Here are the updated hours of the stores still selling freshly brewed coffee in Melrose.
The owner of a local business talks about why she thinks her business should be considered essential during these trying times.
A fourth case of COVID-19 has been reported in Melrose. Here's the latest.
"I thought I saw everything — but this is the first time I ever experienced anything like this," House Speaker Robert DeLeo said.
See the businesses that are still open and how to support each.
State Rep.-elect Lipper-Garabedian was initially scheduled to be sworn in last Wednesday, but that was postponed due to coronavirus concerns
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.
Julie Kukenberger will be the new superintendent of Melrose Public Schools, pending negotiations.
Simon Properties, which owns the mall, is closing all of its shopping centers in the U.S. in an effort to help slow the spread.
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.
Many people's favorite restaurants may not survive the economic catastrophe that is almost certain to come.
The 32nd Middlesex District has been without a House representative since November.
Melrose Public Schools will close for two weeks, and the closures could be extended.
The city is shutting down school events to the public, closing Memorial Hall for more than a month and more.