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4-Week Mindfulness Wellness Program: Take Charge of Your Well-being

4-Week Mindfulness Wellness Program: Take Charge of Your Well-being

Melrose residents can add some relaxation to their weekly routine by signing up for the City’s 4-Week Wellness Program, Mindfulness,... more ››

MLK Day of Service

Melrose Human Rights Commission Seeks Organizations to Participate in MLK Day of Service

The following is a letter to the Melrose community from the Melrose Human Rights Commission, which calls on community organizations to brainstorm service ideas and/or host a service event for MLK Day of Service 2024.

“Our goal is to create a beloved community, and this will require a qualitative change in our souls as well as a quantitative change in... more ››

Save the Date

Save the Date: Melrose Inaugural Ceremonies January 8, 2024

Incoming Mayor Jennifer Grigoraitis, the Melrose City Council, and the Melrose School Committee warmly invite community members to save the... more ››

After Raising Over $26,000, Melrose Emergency Fund Fundraising Campaign is Half-Way to Goal

Melrose Emergency Fund Thanks Recent Donors: "Halfway to realizing our fundraising goal."

The campaign "50k by the Holiday" aims to raise awareness of the importance of donating to the fund, which provided over $78,000 in one-time financial aid to Melrose families in need but received less than $36,000 in donations last fiscal year.

Since announcing the launch of the Melrose Emergency Fund fundraising campaign "50k... more ››

Holiday Schedule

Upcoming Holiday Closures, Trash & Recycling Delays, and Other Updates from DPW

Municipal Buildings Closed: December 25 & 26

Post-Storm Resources: Charge Your Devices, Stay Warm in City Spaces, & More

Post-Storm Resources: Charge Your Devices, Stay Warm in City Spaces, & More

Did Your Street's Trash & Recycling Not Get Serviced? Republic Services is Currently Working on Picking up All Missed Routes: Please Leave Your Trash & Recycling Out.

Charge Your Phones and Other Devices and Stay Warm in City Spaces:There are public spaces in Melrose where residents... more ››

Severe Weather Symbols

What to do in the Event of Storm Damage, Power Outages

The National Weather Service has issued a weather warning. Please read the following instructions to know what to do in the event of a... more ››

Massachusetts State Flag

Melrose Maintains Half-Staff Flags Status in Honor of Late U.S. Air Force Staff Sergeant Jacob "Jake" Galliher

In honor and remembrance of Staff Sergeant Jacob “Jake” Galliher, U.S.

Save Money: Renew Your Dog’s License Before March 15, 2024 

Save Money: Renew Your Dog’s License Before March 15, 2024 

Following the Melrose City Charter, and  ... more ››

BREWERY REGULATIONS UPDATE: People sitting and standing at a brewery smiling.

BREWERY REGULATIONS UPDATE

Since taking office, Mayor Brodeur has been eager to establish a local process to allow for the operation of breweries within Melrose City... more ››

The Mitten Tree

The Tree That Needs Your Help to Grow: The Mitten Tree

How the Melrose Public Library is Addressing Clothing Insecurity, One Winter Accessory at a Time.

For about 33% of families in Massachusetts, there isn’t always room in the budget for clothing, according to an... more ››

City of Melrose Releases Wayfinding and Creative Placemaking Plan

City of Melrose Releases Wayfinding and Creative Placemaking Plan

Mayor Paul Brodeur is pleased to release the Melrose Wayfinding & Creative Placemaking Master Plan and highlight the Plan’s... more ››

Mayor Brodeur Signs the order adopting the State's Specialized Energy Code surrounded by Staff.

Melrose Adopts Latest Energy-Efficient Building Codes

The City of Melrose today announced it has adopted the State’s Specialized Energy Code, a new opt-in building energy code that applies to... more ››

Photo of people standing in line to meet Santa Claus.

The Week Ahead: Public Meetings & Events Happening in Melrose

The Mitten Tree, Downtown Holiday Shopping, Santa Comes to Town & More


Melrose Cares

Need Help Paying Utilities, Rent, Purchasing Food or Holiday Gifts? Please Read

The Mayor’s Office wants to remind our community members that there are programs and resources available to them.

Santa Claus is Coming to Town

Santa Claus is Coming to Town

Thanks to Malden City Councilor Barbara Murphy and Pine Banks Park, Santa Claus is coming to town.For the 74th time, Santa will visit his... more ››

Give Yourself the Gift of Peace of Mind: Winter Mindfulness Course

Give Yourself the Gift of Peace of Mind: Winter Mindfulness Course

Melrose residents looking to add some relaxation to their weekly routine have time to sign up for the City’s 4-Week Wellness Program, ... more ››

2023 Overnight Parking Permits Will Expire on December 31, 2023

It's Time to Renew Overnight Parking Passes

2023 Overnight Parking Permits Will Expire on December 31, 2023

All 2023 Overnight Parking Permits will expire on December 31, 2023. The Treasurer and Collector's Office encourages residents to renew... more ››

The Week Ahead: Public Meetings & Events Happening in Melrose

The Week Ahead: Public Meetings & Events Happening in Melrose

In Melrose, public meetings and events open to all occur every week.

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