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Aldermen Committees to Meet Monday Night at City Hall

Find out what is happening in Melrose on Monday, May 13.

Here is the 5 Things column for Monday, May 13 for Melrose: 1. Nice day: It is expected to be sunny, with temperatures peaking around 64 before dipping to an overnight low of about 39, according to the National Weather Service forecast for Melrose. 2. Historical Commission session: The Melrose Historical Commission is slated to meet from 7-8:45 p.m. Monday at Melrose Public Library, according to the library website. 3. Local meetings: Here is a look at the meetings scheduled Monday in Melrose, according to the city website: 4. New editor: Starting Monday, Editor Chris Caesar will be the new editor of Melrose Patch, as Mark Ouellette returns to Stoneham Patch. Previously, Caesar served as co-editor of Melrose Patch with Ouellette for a …

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BayRing Communications Proposing to Install Underground Conduit in City

Find out what is happening in Melrose on Monday, May 6.

Here is the 5 Things column for Monday, May 6 in Melrose: 1. Joint session: The Melrose School Committee and Board of Aldermen will have a joint meeting at 7 p.m. Monday at City Hall in the Aldermanic Chamber, according to the city website. 2. Selectmen meeting: The Melrose Board of Aldermen meet at 7:45 p.m. Monday at City Hall in the Aldermanic Chamber, according to the city website. 3. Public hearing: The Melrose Board of Aldermen will have a public hearing at 8 p.m. at City Hall in the Aldermanic Chamber, according to the city website. BayRing Communications is proposing to install 225 feet of underground conduit across the south side of Main Street at East and West Emerson Streets. 4. Get fit: There is a yoga class slated for 7:30 p.m…

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Trivia Night at Absolutely Fabulous

A look at what is happening in Melrose on Wednesday, April 10.

Here is the Melrose Patch 5 Things column for Wednesday, April 10: 1. Test your knowledge: Trivia Night at Absolutely Fabulous runs from 7-10 p.m. Wednesday. Prizes will be awarded to the winners at the free event. 2. Youth session: Children in grades 7-12 are invited to have dinner together, study the Bible and go on retreats at the First Baptist Church Youth Group meeting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday.  3. Library activities: Check out some of the activities slated for Wednesday at Melrose Public Library, according to the library website: 4. City meetings: Here is a look at the city sessions planned for Wednesday, according to the city of Melrose website: 5. Advertise on Patch: Interested in advertising on Melrose Patch? Contact Ad Manager …

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Monday is April Fools' Day

Find out what is happening in the city on Monday, April 1.

Here is the Melrose Patch 5 Things column for Monday, April 1:  1. Prank time: Monday is April Fools' Day. Tells us about the best prank you pulled on a friend or family member in the comments section below. 2. Local meetings: Here is a look at the meetings scheduled for Monday in Melrose, according to the city's website: 3. Thunderstorms coming? It is expected to be cloudy before eventually becoming mostly sunny, with temperatures peaking around 63 on Monday, according to the National Weather Service's forecast for Melrose. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected after 4 p.m. and temperatures will drop to around 29, according to the forecast. 4. Shopping deals: Looking to save money on food? Check out the latest deals posted to …

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5 Library Programs to Know About in Melrose

A look at what is happening in Melrose on Wednesday, March 27.

Here is the Melrose Patch 5 Things column for Wednesday, March 27:  1. Local meeting: Here is a look at the meeting slated for Wednesday in Melrose, according to the city's website: 2. Cloudy skies: It is expected to be cloudy Wednesday, with temperatures peaking around 51 before dropping to about 35 at night, according to the National Weather Service's forecast for Melrose. There is a 20 percent chance of precipitation during the day and a 60 percent chance of rain at night, according to the forecast. 3. Library activities: Here is a look at a library program scheduled for Wednesday at Melrose Public Library, according to the library website:  4. Use your head: Trivia Night at Absolutely Fabulous runs from 7-10 p.m. Wednesday. Prizes will…

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Meet State Rep. Paul Brodeur at the Milano Senior Center

A look at what is happening in Melrose on Thursday, March 21.

Here is a look at what is happening in Melrose on Thursday, March 21:  1. Cloudy day: It is expected to be mostly cloudy with a high near 39 before becoming dipping to a low around 26 at night Thursday, according to the National Weather Service's forecast for Melrose. There is a 20 percent chance of precipitation during the day, and a 40 percent chance of precipitation at night, according to the the forecast. 2. Local sessions: Check out the meetings scheduled for Thursday in Melrose, according to the city website: 3. Library programs: Here are some of the activities planned for Thursday at Melrose Public Library, according to the library website: 4. Meet a State Rep.: State Rep. Paul Brodeur will be available to meet with constituents …

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City Bans On-Street Parking Tuesday Morning

The on-street parking ban will be lifted at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, according to a city press statement.

The city of Melrose has instituted an on-street parking ban until 10:30 a.m. Tuesday while DPW crews work to clear the roads, according to a press statement. Here are some other storm-related updates provided by the city: For all snow-related questions and concerns, contact the City Yard at 781-665-0142.

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5 Things: Melrose Bond Rating, School Committee Meeting and More

Check out the Melrose Patch 5 Things column for Tuesday, March 12.

Here is the Melrose Patch 5 Things column for Tuesday, March 12: 1. Local forecast: It is expected to be cloudy with a 70 percent chance of precipitation for Tuesday, as daytime highs will be in the mid-50s before dipping to the upper-30s at night, according to the National Weather Service forecast for Melrose. 2. Library activities: Here is a look at the activities planned for Tuesday at Melrose Public Library, according to the library website: 3. Meeting: The Melrose School Committee is expected to meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Aldermanic Chamber at City Hall, according to the city website. 4. Bond Ratings: Want to learn more about bond ratings and the city's current bond rate? Check out Treasurer Art Flavin's post on the subject on …

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VIDEO: City Unveils POW/MIA Chair of Honor

The city of Melrose unveiled its POW/MIA Chair of Honor during a ceremony Tuesday night at City Hall.

The city of Melrose unveiled its POW/MIA Chair of Honor during a ceremony Tuesday night at City Hall. Mayor Rob Dolan, Veteran Services Officer Ryan McLane and others participated in the ceremony. Check out our video coverage of the ceremony.

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