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MBTA bus route changes: comment by Sept. 8

August 31, 2026

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MBTA Seeks Feedback on Medford Bus Route Changes by Sept. 8

Residents have until Sept. 8 to comment on proposed MBTA Bus Network Redesign changes affecting Routes 67, 80, 94, 96 and 350. The changes are among 11 proposed updates to the redesign plan the MBTA adopted in 2022 and began implementing in 2024. Feedback can be submitted through an online survey, by mail or email, or at upcoming public events, and would be used to amend the plan before any service changes roll out.

MBTA

MakerSpace Drop-In Tonight at Medford Public Library

Adults and teens 16 and older can drop into the Medford Public Library's MakerSpace tonight, Aug. 31, from 6 to 8 p.m., to work on projects or get equipment safety badging.

Charlotte and William Bloomberg Medford Public Library

Medford Recreation Holds Summer Open Play at Carr Park

Medford Recreation hosted an all-ages Summer Open Play session at Carr Park Monday, Aug. 31, from 8 to 11 a.m., for players of all skill levels.

Medford Recreation

Burlington to Open Store in Medford's Fellsway Plaza

Off-price retailer Burlington is preparing a 22,478-square-foot store at 630 Fellsway, taking over the former Lowe's Outlet space.

What Now Boston

Gentle Yoga for Seniors Meets Today at Medford Senior Center

Gentle Yoga for Seniors runs Monday, Aug. 31, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Medford Senior Center, with Rosa leading the $5 class on flexibility, balance and relaxation.

CACHE in Medford

Senior Line Dancing Held Monday Afternoon

Country Line Dancing for Seniors runs Monday, Aug. 31, from 12:45 to 2 p.m. at the Medford Senior Center, with Julie Kaufmann leading the $3 class.

CACHE in Medford

Library Summer Reading Challenge Ends Today

The Medford Public Library's Summer Reading Challenge for grades K-5, grades 6-12 and adults ends Monday, Aug. 31; readers log activities on Beanstack for raffle tickets.

Charlotte and William Bloomberg Medford Public Library

City Hall to Close for Labor Day, Sept. 7

The City of Medford lists Monday, Sept. 7, as a legal holiday, closing City Hall for Labor Day.

City of Medford

Labor Day Will Delay Trash and Recycling Pickup

Medford's collection schedule shifts pickup one day later for the rest of the week following the Monday, Sept. 7, Labor Day holiday.

City of Medford

Medford Public Schools Holds Professional Development Days

Teachers and staff return to campuses for Professional Development Days Monday, Aug. 31, and Tuesday, Sept. 1, to prepare for the new school year.

Medford Public Schools

Teen Game Night Held Tonight at Medford Public Library

The Medford Public Library's Teen Section hosts its monthly drop-in Teen Game Night Monday, Aug. 31, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., with board, video and card games for middle and high schoolers.

Charlotte and William Bloomberg Medford Public Library

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