Bomb Threat Locks Down Melrose-Wakefield Hospital

The anonymous call early Saturday afternoon said that an explosive device was located within a secure area of the hospital.

(Editor's Note: This article was updated at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 1.) An anonymous bomb threat led to a lockdown of Melrose-Wakefield Hospital on Saturday afternoon and the investigation remains ongoing. According to a Melrose Police press release, at 1:22 p.m. hospital staff reported to police that they had received an anonymous call informing them of an explosive device located within a secure area of the hospital. Both Melrose Police and Fire Departments responded and the hospital was advised to follow their protocol regarding evacuation of the building, according to the press release. "Additional security measures were set in place, including a limited access, and lockdown of certain areas of the hospital," the press release …

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CRIME MAP: Woman 'Challenges' Cars with Broom

Here are some of the Melrose Police Department's major police calls for the week of Aug. 20-27.

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Melrose Police Log: July 23-29

Notable entries from last week's Melrose Police log. The following information was supplied by the Melrose Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

The Melrose Police Department has an anonymous tip line: (781) 665-TIPS (8477). To text a tip to the Melrose Police Department, text MELROSE to 847411 (TIP411). The tip line is sponsored by the Melrose Police and the Melrose Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition. The following is a selective list of entries from the Melrose Police log. Monday, July 23 6:38 a.m. Complaint of damage to motor vehicle on Perkins Street. 11:23 a.m. Blue and white bike found on side of City Hall. 5:52 p.m. Past breaking and entering reported from Sylvan Street. 6 p.m. Norman Road caller reports someone used her ATM debit card. Tuesday, July 24 2:01 p.m. Walk-in report of past break on Grove Street. A 28-year-old Malden man was issued a summons on the charge of …

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Melrose Police Log: July 16-22

Notable entries from last week's Melrose Police log. The following information was supplied by the Melrose Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

The Melrose Police Department has an anonymous tip line: (781) 665-TIPS (8477). To text a tip to the Melrose Police Department, text MELROSE to 847411 (TIP411). The tip line is sponsored by the Melrose Police and the Melrose Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition. The following is a selective list of entries from the Melrose Police log. Monday, July 16 7:23 a.m. Vehicle broken into overnight on Spear Street. 8:04 a.m. Vehicle break-in on Auburn Street. 8:07 a.m. Car rifled through on Whitman Avenue, caller does not want an official report. 8:35 a.m. Fraud reported from Pleasant Street. 12:17 p.m. Larceny/forgery/fraud reported from Howie Street. Tuesday, July 17 5:30 p.m. Caller report crash between motor vehicle and bicycle on East Emerson …

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Melrose Police Log: July 9-15

Notable entries from last week's Melrose Police log. The following information was supplied by the Melrose Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

The Melrose Police Department has an anonymous tip line: (781) 665-TIPS (8477). To text a tip to the Melrose Police Department, text MELROSE to 847411 (TIP411). The tip line is sponsored by the Melrose Police and the Melrose Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition. The following is a selective list of entries from the Melrose Police log. Monday, July 9 1:29 a.m. TV found in roadway during check of Penney Road area. 2:14 a.m. Caller reports dumpster fire at Grove Street and Meridian Street. 6:06 a.m. Trash lit on fire on Grove Street. 3:42 p.m. Caller from Myrtle Street said her car’s side view mirror was broken off. Tuesday, July 10 8:45 a.m. Domestic disturbance on Essex Street. 4:29 p.m. Hit and run accident reported from Hesseltine Avenue…

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Melrose Police Log: July 2-8

Notable entries from last week's Melrose Police log. The following information was supplied by the Melrose Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

The Melrose Police Department has an anonymous tip line: (781) 665-TIPS (8477). To text a tip to the Melrose Police Department, text MELROSE to 847411 (TIP411). The tip line is sponsored by the Melrose Police and the Melrose Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition. The following is a selective list of entries from the Melrose Police log. Monday, July 2 1:40 p.m. Caller reported man stole metal from dumpster on Bellevue Avenue and walked away. 8:36 p.m. Officer finds kids trespassing in Lloyd Memorial Pool. Tuesday, July 3 9:47 a.m. Complaint of large trucks driving up and down First Street at Sixth Street damaging trees. Detail officers in area notified and city investigating. 12:17 p.m. Walk-in question about a possible scam letter received …

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Daniel DeMaina

10:24 am on Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Judy: Rule 14, as approved by the city, states that "Professional dog trainers may not use this facility for the conduct of their business, unless authorized by the City of Melrose." Regarding how you would know the person is a trainer, I can't say for sure. As Dave notes, the police do not enforce the rules, which also state, "The Melrose Canine Control Officer is responsible for enforcing the …   more ›

Melrose Police Log: June 18-24

Notable entries from last week's Melrose Police log. The following information was supplied by the Melrose Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

The Melrose Police Department has an anonymous tip line: (781) 665-TIPS (8477). To text a tip to the Melrose Police Department, text MELROSE to 847411 (TIP411). The tip line is sponsored by the Melrose Police and the Melrose Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition. The following is a selective list of entries from the Melrose Police log. Monday, June 18 2:37 a.m. Trash dumping discovered behind Hunt’s Photo and Video. 1:32 p.m. Caller from Swains Pond Avenue reported vandalism damage to property. 3:32 p.m. Clerk at Mobil gas station called about intoxicated male in store. 9:23 p.m. Several 911 calls for a fight in front of Gray’s Appliance in Franklin Square. Tuesday, June 19 9:41 a.m. Animal stuck in car on Lynde Street. 7:29 p.m. Report of …

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MedFlight Update: Mom, Daughter OK After Emergency C-Section

The woman's husband and proud new father emailed Melrose Patch with an update.

Almost three weeks ago, a Boston MedFlight helicopter landed on the East Knoll on Tuesday, June 5 during rush hour to transport a Melrose-Wakefield Hospital patient to a Boston hospital, with onlookers wondering what happened. Turns out that the emergency transfer was due to complications following an emergency cesarean section, but both mother and newborn daughter are now home and doing well, according to the woman's husband and proud new dad, who recently emailed Melrose Patch. He emailed looking for a copy of the video of the MedFlight taking off from the Knoll (viewable on the right) and agreed to share details about what happened. "Mom and baby are now both home from the hospital and I want to keep this video to show our daughter what…

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Melrose Police Log: June 11-17

Notable entries from last week's Melrose Police log. The following information was supplied by the Melrose Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

The Melrose Police Department has an anonymous tip line: (781) 665-TIPS (8477). To text a tip to the Melrose Police Department, text MELROSE to 847411 (TIP411). The tip line is sponsored by the Melrose Police and the Melrose Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition. The following is a selective list of entries from the Melrose Police log. Monday, June 11 4:36 a.m. Past breaking and entering reported at YMCA. 11:46 a.m. Small fire reported in MVMMS girls bathroom. Fire Department notified.  5:42 p.m. Stoneham Police put on a BOLO (be-on-the-lookout) for a shoplifting and assault and battery suspect. White female, 20s, wearing a green t-shirt, black hair, rose tattoo on her wrist, black slippers and carrying a black sweatshirt. 7:15 p.m. Beech …

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Daniel DeMaina

5:49 pm on Tuesday, June 26, 2012

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Melrose Police Log: June 4-10

Notable entries from last week's Melrose Police log. The following information was supplied by the Melrose Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

The Melrose Police Department has an anonymous tip line: (781) 665-TIPS (8477). To text a tip to the Melrose Police Department, text MELROSE to 847411 (TIP411). The tip line is sponsored by the Melrose Police and the Melrose Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition. The following is a selective list of entries from the Melrose Police log. Monday, June 4 10:16 a.m. Report from Hillside Avenue of possible threat on Facebook. 10:23 a.m. Northern Bank and Trust Co. reports possible fraud to elderly customer regarding a fake sweepstakes and bank account number. 12:15 p.m. Woman reporting her 10-year-old missing. Saugus Police dispatched to check home residence, child found. 2:58 p.m. Caller states swan with fishing wire around neck at Lloyd …

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