Sunday, November 18, 2012
News from communities near Malden. Click on the links to read more.
Report: James Marzilli Facing New Accusations James Marzilli, the former state senator from Arlington who pleaded guilty last year to lewdly harassing four women on the streets of Lowell in 2008, is facing new accusations, but he will not be charged, according to a Fox 25 News report this evening. — John Waller Police Seek Public Help in Beacon Hill Sexual Assault Case Boston police are asking the public for their help in a home break-in and sexual assault on Beacon Hill. Officers posted the image of a suspect on BPDnews.com and asked anyone who recognizes the man to come forward. — Roberto Scalese Banned in Brookline: Polystyrene Food and Beverage Containers The use of Polystyrene, more commonly known as Styrofoam, will be prohibited for…
Saturday, November 10, 2012
A look at the stories making headlines in neighboring Patch communities.
Local Heroes Celebrates Another Milestone Day Veterans Day is still a few days away. But on Wednesday, one group of Wilmington residents found a way to thank troops for their service, just as they do every week at the same time. Local Heroes, which celebrated its eighth anniversary on November 3, packed its 16,000thpackage on Wednesday night during their weekly trip to Knights of Columbus to pack boxes for troops serving overseas. “Humbling,” said Local Heroes founder Lou Cimaglia. “It’s been an amazing show of support. It’s been an amazing show of support. For the residents of Wilmington and us to do what we do every week for eight years, and to hit 16,000 all in one week, it’s a great experience.” North Reading School District …
Sunday, October 14, 2012
A look at some of the top recent stories from just beyond Malden.
Cat May Have Saved Woman's Life in Monday Morning Winter Hill Fire: A woman who fell asleep on the couch with a cigarette was woken up by her cat early Monday morning, moments before her apartment was engulfed in flames, according to Deputy Chief Jim Luccia of the Somerville Fire Department. The woman made it out of the apartment and was transported to Massachusetts General Hospital for some smoke inhalation, Luccia said. At least six other people were displaced by the fire, which struck 130 Sycamore St., according to the American Red Cross of Eastern Massachusetts. -Chris Orchard Town Meeting Upholds Seasonal Leaf-Blower Ban: Town Meeting members Arlington voted to uphold a seasonal leaf-blower ban in place Wednesday night. Members voted …
Saturday, October 6, 2012
Plus, a Whole Foods supervisor allegedly robs former employee and other stories from the region.
Mortimer Pleads Guilty to Killing Family Thomas Mortimer IV pleaded guilty to four counts of first-degree murder today. During a hearing this afternoon, Mortimer, 43, entered his plea in Middlesex Superior Court for the killing of his mother-in-law, Ragna Ellen Stone, 64; wife, Laura Stone Mortimer, 41; and children, Charlotte Mortimer, 2, and Thomas “Finn” Mortimer V, 4. — Lindsey Davidson Medford Man Who Allegedly Beat Homeless Man in Boston Arrested Again One of two Medford men who allegedly brutally beat a homeless man in Boston last year was arrested at his Medford home Sept. 28 for skipping court appearances, according to transit police. — Jarret Bencks Police Officer Draws Gun While Making Arrests After Short Pursuit An Arlington …
Sunday, September 2, 2012
A look at some of the top recent stories from just beyond Medford.
Whole Foods Eyes Johnnie's Foodmaster Locations in Somerville, Arlington: Johnnie's Foodmaster on Beacon Street in Somerville could become Whole Foods, according to a report on Boston.com. The news site reports the texas-based upmarket supermarket chain is in talks to buy or lease six of the 10 Johnnie's Foodmaster sites in Arlington, Charlestown, Brookline, South Weymouth, Melrose and Somerville. -Chris Orchard Arlington High School Athletic Director Subject of Ongoing Criminal Investigation: Arlington High School Athletic Director Edward “Ted” Dever is the subject of an ongoing criminal investigation by the Arlington Police Department and Middlesex District Attorney’s office, according to Arlington Superintendent Kathleen Bodie Wednesday…
Saturday, August 25, 2012
Also, a shooting in Charlestown, police fatally shoot a man in the South End and football helmets are a home run in Arlington.
Firefighters Punished for Failing to Respond to Fatal 911 Call Three firefighters and a fire alarm operator have been punished after the Medford Fire Department failed to respond to a 911 call on July 13 that involved a fatality, according to a press release from the city. The fire alarm operator involved contacted three on-duty firefighters through their personal radios, but not with another communications system he was supposed to use, and the three firefighters had their personal radio volume too low to hear the dispatch, according to the release, according to the press release. The fire alarm operator received a 96-hour suspension and the three firefighters received letters of reprimand. — Jarret Bencks Charlestown Shooting Injuries …
Saturday, August 18, 2012
A look at some of the top recent headlines from just beyond Medford.
Two Prisoners Escaped Holding Facility in North Reading: Around 7:17 a.m. Monday morning, two prisoners being held before their arraignment escaped from the North Reading Police Department holding facility, police said. The two prisoners, originally arrested on Saturday on charges of heroin possession, "were able to take advantage of a breach in the locking mechanism of the holding cell door that allowed them to escape," police said in a recent press release. Around 9 a.m., the two prisoners were located and placed back in custody. -Ashley Troutman City Releases Major Plan for Redevelopment of Union Square: Somerville has released a plan that would pave the way for major redevelopment of Union Square over the next few decades. The plan …
Saturday, July 28, 2012
Also in news from Malden's neighbors: Arlington man allegedly drugged a male friend's beer, broke into his apartment and beat him; Wakefield Bank of America branch robbed.
Each Saturday, Malden Patch will run a round-up with links to stories from surrounding communities that are of interest to Maldonians. STONEHAM—A North Andover woman accused of drunk driving crashed into a State Police cruiser early Friday morning on I-93 in Stoneham, according to a State Police press statement. At 12:35 a.m., police responded to a car accident involving a State Police cruiser on I-93, according to the statement. A State Police trooper was inside the cruiser when it was struck by a 2004 Volkswagen Passat, according to a State Police spokesperson. The trooper was taken to Lahey Clinic for treatment of back and neck pain, and he was treated and released, according to police. Carolyn Rogers, 44, of North Andover, is facing …
Saturday, June 23, 2012
Also in news from Malden's neighbors: Medford superintendent tells voke students to take the T; debate rages in Winchester over school redistricting plan; Arlington grants two new liquor licenses, but with a twist.
Each Saturday, Malden Patch will run a round-up with links to stories from surrounding communities that are of interest to Melrosians. STONEHAM—A Stoneham man who got into an altercation with then Selectman candidate Tom Boussy March 31 was arraigned Monday in Woburn District Court on a charge of malicious destruction of election signs, according to a spokesperson with the Middlesex District Attorney's office. At arraignment, Frank Petrillo pleaded not guilty to a single count of malicious destruction of personal property (election signs belonging to Boussy) under $250, according to Stephanie Guyotte, a spokeswoman for Middlesex District Attorney Gerry Leone’s office. MEDFORD—By offering their kids only MBTA passes to get to school, …
Monday, February 20, 2012
PLUS: Melrose's Peacuddy's closes after 12 years, new signs are up for Carroll's restaurant in Medford and learn how you might get an "amenities fee" back from your landlord.
Every week, Malden Patch will run a round-up with links to stories from surrounding communities that are of interest to Maldonians. WAKEFIELD: A Wakefield native joined NBC's singing compeition "The Voice" on Monday night. James Massone, 23 a graduate of Wakefield Memorial High School Class of 2006, performed a cover of "Find your Love" by Drake and was accepted onto the show. "This audition is the biggest thing I've ever done," he said on the show. MELROSE: Peacuddy's Café and Bakery has closed after 12 years in Melrose, the last three-and-half years on Franklin Street and prior that as Sweet Tooth Baking Co. on Main Street. Owner Ellen Hegarty hung a hand-written sign in the window informing the community of neighborhood café's closing…
