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Councilors back transparency, legislative audit
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 19, 2026 MELROSE — The City Council this week backed a resolution calling for more transparency and accountability at all levels of government, but the move was clearly targeted at the sometimes-opaque state Legislature. Authored by Ward 6’s Cal Finocchiaro, the resolution was supported by other councilors……
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Affordable housing initiatives bolstered by city funds
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 19, 2026 MELROSE — With affordable housing advocates in the audience, the City Council Monday approved putting $150,000 into a fund designed to help create more affordable options for a more diverse citizenry in Melrose. The council voted 10-1 to allocate the money to the Affordable Housing……
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State Senate race heats up; MTA backs Higgins for state rep.
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 19, 2026 The following was submitted by the candidates’ campaigns. McDonald: Audit a big issue in Senate race CAREY McDONALD MALDEN — Recent twin votes suggest a growing divide in the 5th Middlesex State Senate race between candidates on transparency and an audit of the state legislature……
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Lewis, state Senate pass child welfare bill
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 19, 2026 BOSTON—State Senator Jason Lewis joined his colleagues in the Massachusetts Senate to pass new legislation that safeguards the wellbeing of children, particularly those in state and foster care. The bill increases access to community support for children at risk of court involvement and strengthens investigations……
Sports
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FUN-damental Basketball Camp July 20-24
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on June 19, 2026 EVERETT—The FUN-damental Basketball camp, open to boys and girls in local area cities and towns, will be held July 20-24, 2026 at the Immaculate Conception Parish Center, located at 51 Summer Street in Everett. The camp will take place between the hours of 9:00……
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Swinging for the fences
Photo published in the Melrose Weekly News on June 19, 2026 On May 31, Melrose Little League held their All Star Sunday festivities at Lewis Monk Memorial Field in Melrose. This included the Minors Division All Star Game, which ended in a 10-10 tie after 7 innings. They are pictured here celebrating a great……
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Melrose Girls Basketball Youth Clinic
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on June 19, 2026 MELROSE—The Melrose High girls’ basketball team is hosting a youth basketball clinic this summer. Melrose head coach Olivia Dziadyk and her staff invite you to join them for a few days of skill-building and competition. Please come join the coaching staff and players for a……
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Major fun
Photo published in the Melrose Weekly News on June 19, 2026 It was a great day of competition for the Melrose Little League during their All Star day at Lewis Monk on May 31. One highlight was the Majors All Star Game, where Team Dooling edged out Team Tierney, 6-5. But both teams (pictured)……
Obituaries
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Eleanor Marchi, 85
MGH nurse exuded warmth and compassion Published in the Melrose Weekly News on June 19, 2026 Eleanor M. “Ellie” Marchi, of Wakefield, formerly of Melrose, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at Bear Hill Healthcare. She was 85. Born in Auburn on September 26, 1940, Ellie was one of five children of the……
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Karen DeSpirito, 76
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on June 12, 2026 Always held onto her East Boston roots MELROSE — Karen J. DeSpirito, 76, a proud East Boston native who made Melrose her home for more than 40 years, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2026, at Winchester Hospital, with her daughter Krista by her side……
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Carol A. Richards, 83
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on June 12, 2026 Woman of faith was proud of So. Boston roots MELROSE — Carol A. (Diodati) Richards, of Melrose, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on July 18, 1942, to the late Amilio and Mary (Kane) Diodati, Carol grew……