Medford City Council Approves New Bike Lane on Main Street
The 1.2-mile protected lane will run from Salem Street to the Mystic River, with construction set to begin in early July pending utility coordination.
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Friday, October 23, 2026 - Medford, Massachusetts
Local Government
Mayor Lungo-Koehn Announces Budget Surplus for Fiscal Year
The $3.4M surplus, attributed to higher-than-expected meals tax revenue, will be directed toward school facilities and pothole repair, the mayor said Friday.
Schools
Medford High Robotics Team Advances to State Finals
Team 6431, the Mustang Mechatronics, edged out Brookline in a 78-74 semifinal at WPI on Wednesday and will compete in Worcester next weekend.
School Committee Reviews Updated Bell Schedule
Proposed changes would push the high school start to 8:30 a.m. beginning in September, aligning with state guidance on adolescent sleep.
Arts & Culture
Chevalier Theatre Announces Summer Concert Series
Headliners include Jason Isbell, Lake Street Dive, and a hometown set from Tracy Bonham. Tickets go on sale Monday at 10 a.m.
Local Gallery Opens Faces of Medford Exhibit
Photographer Lena Ortiz spent two years documenting longtime residents. The opening reception is Friday at 6 p.m. at the Riverbend space.
Community
Farmers Market Saturday 9am-1pm at Riverside Plaza
Twenty-two vendors this week, including a new stand from Wright-Locke Farm and live fiddle music from the Mystic River String Band.
Free Yoga in the Park Sunday Morning
Instructor Priya Menon leads an all-levels flow at 8 a.m. in Hormel Stadium's south lawn. Mats provided while supplies last.
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