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Red Line Closes 10 Days, Alewife to Park St
July 17, 2026
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10-Day MBTA Red Line Suspension Planned Between Alewife and Park Street
MBTA will suspend Red Line service between Alewife and Park Street for 10 consecutive days, July 21 through 30, as part of system renewal and revitalization work, Town Manager Jim Feeney announced July 16. Shuttle service will be provided, and riders can also use the Green Line, Commuter Rail, and existing bus routes as alternatives. Delays are expected during the closure.
Town of Arlington
Arlington EATS Mini Market Expands Food Access at Drake Village
Arlington EATS launched a satellite 'Mini Market' at Drake Village on July 16 to expand food access for senior and disabled residents.
Your Arlington
Arlington Awarded $169,000 MassDEP Grant for Fourth Electric School Bus
The town received a $169,172 state grant to buy a fourth battery-electric school bus for Arlington Public Schools, Town Manager Jim Feeney announced July 16.
Town of Arlington
Five Arlington Businesses Receive Storefront Improvement Grants
The town awarded $27,000 in Storefront Improvement Program grants to Magic Bites, Butternut Bakehouse, Utopia Cleaners, Za, and Wild Ember for upgrades including awnings, doors, and a parklet.
Town of Arlington
Arlington Police Investigate Bail Scam and Attempted Break-In
A police log details an ongoing investigation into a bail scam and an attempted residential break-in.
Your Arlington
Joni Mitchell Tribute Band Hejira to Perform at Regent Theatre
UK-based tribute band Hejira performs the music of Joni Mitchell tonight, Friday, July 17, at 8 p.m. at the Regent Theatre, 7 Medford St.
Regent Theatre
Arlington Police Responded to Overlook Road Playground Fire
A police log shows officers investigated a small fire at the Overlook Road playground on July 7, accidentally started by a sleeping person's cigarette.
Your Arlington
MILLRAT Pack Game-Night Launch Comes to The Mill Cafe
MILLRAT Studio and The Mill Cafe host a family-friendly board-game launch party tonight, Friday, July 17, from 6 to 9 p.m. at 14 Mill St., with demos, live magic, trivia, music, and shaved ice.
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