The Melrose Messenger

Celebrating 103 Remarkable Years: Happy Birthday, Anita Schlesinger!

This Wednesday, Melrose celebrated a truly extraordinary resident as Anita Schlesinger turns 103 years old.

Pride Flag Raised At City Hall

The Pride Flag was raised at Melrose City Hall on Monday as residents gathered to celebrate inclusion, acceptance, and the diversity that makes our community stronger.

Pre-Loved Consignment Boutique Celebrates First Anniversary

Earlier this month, Pre-Loved Consignment Boutique celebrated ONE year in business — and what a beautiful addition they’ve become to Main Street in Melrose!

What’s Cooking In Jess Drench’s Kitchen?

Melrose-based chef Jess Drench (now known to many Melrosians as Mama Jean) has a lot on her plate this year. We spoke with Drench about Mama Jean’s third birthday and her new nonprofit, Community Meal Prep Club.

Melrose Recognizes Veterans and Service Members on Memorial Day

This past weekend, Melrose hosted a series of events that recognized Memorial Day - not as the cheerful start to summer that it has become for many Americans, but as a solemn occasion for remembering service members who lost their lives in the line of duty.

Outdoor Preschool At Pine Banks Park Enters Fifth Year

Most weekday mornings, preschoolers in bright yellow vests can be seen trooping around Pine Banks Park - and that sight will become even more common in the fall as Boston Outdoor Preschool Network (BOPN), now entering its fifth year in Malden and Melrose, opens a third class at the Pine Banks site.

Student Internships Offer High School Seniors Hands-On Experience

The transition from high school to college is transformative and exhilarating, but inevitably challenging.

Mount Hood Park Association: Protecting Melrose’s “Green Jewel”

Otis W. Bishop Park Rededicated to World War I Soldiers

Tucked into the corner of Trenton and Washington Street, Otis W. Bishop Park is the kind of place you might walk past without a second thought — but it holds a powerful piece of Melrose history.

Amber Payne On The Future of News

Melrose resident Amber Payne spoke last Thursday night at Melrose Unitarian Universalist Church’s (MUUC) Thoughtful Thursday on a subject that is near and dear to our hearts here at The Melrose Messenger: the future of news.

New Sign for Mary Livermore Park Unveiled

I have long had admiration, maybe even an infatuation, with Mary A. Livermore. That is why I was incredibly excited to be part of today’s unveiling of the new sign that will stand at Mary A. Livermore Park on Felton Place.

Child Dies After Tree Falls On Winthrop School Playground

The entire Melrose community was shaken by tragedy on Monday afternoon when a tree fell on the Winthrop School playground soon after dismissal time, killing a nine-year-old child.

Red Hawk Robotics Place in World Championships

After competing in the prestigious World Championship Robotics Competition in Houston, Texas — alongside 600 teams from across the globe — the Melrose High School Red Hawks Robotics team are home not just exhausted, but absolutely triumphant with a 32nd finish in the Newton Division and Winners of the Creativity Award!

30 Years Strong: The Melrose Running Club

The Melrose Running Club celebrated an incredible milestone — 30 years of running, community, and giving back.

Melrose Little League Looks Forward to Another Successful Season

The Melrose Little League kicked off its 2026 baseball season with an opening day parade and ceremony.

Vietnam Veterans Brunch Honored Those Who Served

Last weekend at Memorial Hall, something special happened — veterans, their families, and community members gathered not just for a delicious brunch, but for a moment of recognition, connection, and heartfelt thanks.

The Amazing Women of Melrose - 2026 Edition

Nancy Clover has created an annual tradition in March - Women's History Month - of highlighting the contributions of amazing women who make Melrose the special community it is. Read this year's profiles of Melrose women, past and present!

Indivisible To Host Rally Saturday, Aims To Promote Democracy

On Saturday, March 28, 2026, the third nationwide “No Kings Day” is scheduled to take place. Citizen groups across the country have planned peaceful protests of the current federal administration’s policies and actions.

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.

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.