Daily brief · Melrose, MA
Unofficial Primary Results Show 25% Turnout
September 2, 2026
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Unofficial state primary election results released
The Melrose City Clerk has released unofficial, preliminary results from the Sept. 1 State Primary. In total, 6,156 Melrose voters cast ballots, about 25% of all registered voters in the city. Edward J. Markey, Katherine M. Clark, Kate Lipper-Garabedian, Leila Bhatti Migliorelli, Terrence W. Kennedy and Marian T. Ryan led local totals; complete preliminary results are posted in a PDF from the Clerk's office.
City of Melrose
Protection & License Committee scheduled to meet Sept. 3
The Melrose Protection & License Committee meets Thursday, Sept. 3, at 7:15 p.m. in the City Council Chamber to discuss pending municipal licenses.
City of Melrose
Legal & Legislative Committee scheduled to meet Sept. 3
The Melrose Legal & Legislative Committee holds a public meeting Thursday, Sept. 3, at 7:45 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at City Hall.
City of Melrose
Melrose reaffirms bonds of fellowship with Melrose, Scotland
Mayor Jennifer Grigoraitis signed a proclamation Monday, Aug. 31, reinforcing the cultural and historical ties between Melrose, Massachusetts, and its namesake town of Melrose, Scotland.
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Molly's Book Club to discuss 'Country People' on Sept. 3
Molly's Bookstore hosts its monthly book club Thursday, Sept. 3, at 7 p.m. at its Melrose location to discuss Daniel Mason's 'Country People.'
Molly's Bookstore
Memorial Hall trustees meet tonight
The Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Building Board of Trustees meets Wednesday, Sept. 2, at 6 p.m. at Memorial Hall, 590 Main Street.
City of Melrose
City to begin hydrant, water main flushing Sept. 8
Melrose's citywide hydrant and water main flushing program begins Tuesday, Sept. 8, and runs through late October; residents may see temporary discoloration or sediment in tap water.
City of Melrose
School Committee to meet Sept. 8 at City Hall
The Melrose School Committee meets Tuesday, Sept. 8, from 7 to 9 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at City Hall.
City of Melrose
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