Orange Line suspended 11 days starting Aug. 20

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MBTA reminds commuters of 11-day Orange Line suspension

The MBTA is reminding riders that Orange Line service between Oak Grove and Back Bay will be suspended for 11 consecutive days, Aug. 20-30, with free shuttle buses replacing service. Crews will perform track and signal upgrades, including rail, tie and fastener replacement between Tufts Medical Center and Haymarket and track revitalization work between Haymarket and Assembly. The MBTA says the work is a step toward extending 55 mph speeds between Community College and Assembly.

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Melrose police warn residents of imposter phone scam

Police warned residents Aug. 17 about callers posing as officers and requesting bank or Social Security information; officers say they will never ask for that information by phone.

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Melrose Library hosts summer movie matinee of 'A Bug's Life'

Melrose Public Library hosts a free, all-ages screening of 'A Bug's Life' today, Aug. 18, from 1:30-3:15 p.m. in the lower-level meeting room; no registration required.

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Melrose Housing Authority meets at McCarthy House

The Melrose Housing Authority holds its regular monthly board meeting today, Aug. 18, at 7:30 p.m. at the McCarthy House on Main Street.

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Elderly & Disabled Tax Relief Committee convenes

The Melrose Elderly & Disabled Tax Relief Fund committee meets today, Aug. 18, at 8:30 a.m. in the Cassidy Conference Room at City Hall.

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Registration opens for Sprouting Melodies toddler music program

Sign-ups open today, Aug. 18, at 10 a.m. for Sprouting Melodies 2, a music therapy program for toddlers ages 1-3, held Sept. 1 at the library.

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$140M federal grant awarded for Haverhill Commuter Rail upgrades

Gov. Maura Healey announced the MBTA secured a $139.6 million federal grant to double-track the Haverhill Line between Reading and Andover and upgrade stations, benefiting Melrose riders.

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Sen. Lewis touts Senate transparency vote

State Sen. Jason Lewis announced the Massachusetts Senate passed legislation expanding public access to legislative and governor's office records; the bill now heads to reconciliation with a House version.

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Bad Art Night crafting event set for Aug. 26 at library

Melrose Public Library hosts an Adult Crafting Night: Bad Art Night on Wednesday, Aug. 26, from 7-8:30 p.m. in the Discovery Room; registration required due to limited space.

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