The Melrose Messenger

'Lead Like The Boss' At Molly's Bookstore

A leadership book wouldn’t normally jump to the top of my reading pile… unless it’s written by a Melrose author and built around one of my all-time favorite performers — Bruce Springsteen. Now you have my full attention.

State Senate: Lewis Will Retire, Lipper-Garabedian Will Run

Melrose will see changes in the lawmakers who represent us at the State House next session, with longtime State Senator Jason Lewis announcing this week that he will not seek re-election, and current State Representative Kate Lipper-Garabedian announcing today that she will run for the open state Senate seat.

A Closer Look: New Northeast Metro Tech High School Building to Open This Fall

This September, the new Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational High School building in Wakefield will open to students, bringing with it new learning opportunities and a new facility to replace the current aging building.

Board of Appeals Continues Discussion of Proposed Summit Ave Development

This week, the city’s Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) continued their discussion of the proposed development at 34 & 55 Summit Ave in the Melrose Highlands.

SDM Foundation Celebrates Ten Years and Leadership Transition

This summer, SDM Foundation will be celebrating ten years of providing free technology education to the community. The organization will see a leadership transition as well.

Table Four Brings Wine, Cheese, and Good Company to Cedar Park

A new gem is opening this week — Table Four Melrose, a wine and cheese bar that brings European charm right to our city. This cozy spot is the realization of a longtime dream by Melrosian Lorrie Overgaag, and it’s one you’ll want to linger in.

Hamilton Hall Lecture Series Returns to Promote Lifelong Learning

Once again this year, Melrose residents will have the chance to hear some of the leading experts in global affairs discuss the most important and compelling issues of the day.

Melrose First Responders Conquer the BFit Challenge

Congratulations to the Melrose Police and Fire Departments for an outstanding showing at the BFit Challenge at TD Garden, braving a snowy Sunday to represent our city with pride.

Congregational Retirement Homes to Expand to Green Street Baptist Church Building

Congregational Retirement Homes has purchased the Green Street Baptist Church building and plans to remodel the former church building to create at least 30 new affordable housing units for seniors.

MLK Day of Service Brings Community Together

Opening Doors Project Concert Explores History and Joy

On Sunday evening, the Opening Doors Project presented a free concert to a packed audience at the Melrose Unitarian Universalist Church in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

New Session, New Members, New Leadership for City Council and School Committee

Newly elected and re-elected City Council and School Committee members took office this week, and each body elected new leadership for 2026, setting the tone for each body’s work this session.

Developers Preview Plans for Historic Benjamin Lynde House Site

On Monday evening, the Historical Commission heard a presentation from developers who are purchasing the historic Benjamin Lynde House on Main Street about their plans for the property.

Paper and Clay's 3rd Anniversary

Congratulations to Lesley Keegan and Paper and Clay on celebrating three wonderful years!