The Melrose Messenger

City Issues Appeal for Donations to the Melrose Emergency Fund

This month, Mayor Jen Grigoraitis, supported by the last five mayors of Melrose, issued an appeal to the community for donations to the Melrose Emergency Fund, which has declined to a level Mayor Grigoraitis called “unsustainable.”

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Melrose Welcomes “Project: Pop-Up” Entrepreneurs to Main Street for the Holidays

By Patrick DeVivo

Melrose residents can be forgiven for their curiosity about the big blue box outside the YMCA on Main Street. The box, which is the size of a large garden shed, is part of a holiday season endeavor called Project: Pop-Up.

Melrosians Spread Kindness Around Town on 9th Annual Kindness Day

On Wednesday, Melrose celebrated the 9th annual Kindness Day, spreading kindness through acts large and small all around town.

Melrosians shared kind words and actions, brought treats to our local organizations and businesses, and made a point of being kind throughout the day.

Melrose Montessori Celebrates 50 Years with Peace Pole Ceremony

Last month, Melrose Montessori School marked its 50th academic year with a ceremony at City Hall and the installation of a Peace Pole in front of the school.

Melrose Montessori was founded in 1974 by Beatrix Masszi. On Masszi’s retirement, Anissa Arloro, who attended Melrose Montessori in its inaugural year and also taught there early in her own career, took over the school.

Melrose Symphony Orchestra Kicks Off 107th Season With Returning Guest Soloist

On Saturday evening, November 2nd, Memorial Hall was packed with audience members eager to hear the Melrose Symphony Orchestra (MSO) in their opening night concert for the 2024-25 season, their 107th.

The Food Drive Celebrates Four Years of Local Food Rescue With Harvest Fundraiser

On Saturday, November 9th, The Food Drive will be hosting its third annual Harvest fundraiser to support the organization’s mission of local food rescue.

2024 General Election - How Did Melrose Vote?

Over 16,000 voters came out in Melrose yesterday and throughout the early voting process to cast their votes for president, Senate, and the five statewide ballot questions, for turnout of almost 77%.

Overall, Melrose voters agreed with voters statewide on the competitive races.

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New Fire Chief Prepares for Changes Ahead

On Wednesday, October 23rd, John White was officially installed as the new chief of the Melrose Fire Department. This same ceremony recognized the promotions of several other officers in the department, and the hiring of a number of new recruits. Chief White’s appointment had been approved by the City Council on October 7th.

Local Author Sara Reish Desmond Debuts Short Story Collection

This month, Melrose resident and author Sara Reish Desmond launched her debut short story collection, What We Might Become. On October 15th, a full house at Follow Your Art Community Studios, in collaboration with Molly’s Bookstore, listened to her read from “Clay Girls,” the first story in the collection.

Buckalew’s Celebrates 10th Anniversary as Main Street Icon

This Saturday, Buckalew’s General Store will be celebrating their 10th anniversary with a daylong extravaganza featuring apple crisp, cider, tastings, and more.