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Melissa Russell

Melissa Russell has been a journalist for more than 20 years, serving as editor for several community news publications including the Winchester Star, the Reading Advocate, the Burlington Union and the Waltham News-Tribune. She is the winner of multiple New England Newspaper & Press Association Awards.

After leaving Gannett New England in 2022, where she led teams of journalists producing content for Wicked Local newspapers and websites, she was a freelance editor and writer, contributing to local newspapers and magazines.

She can be reached at mrussell@westonobserver.org.

Melissa's Latest Articles

Developer seeks zoning bylaw change for senior housing
Weston Nurseries to close its Lincoln store

Weston Nurseries, which first opened in Weston in 1923, announced last week that it closed its Lincoln location.

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Planning board hears proposal for Regis land

A developer is proposing a 215-unit senior living complex at 300 Wellesley St., across from Regis College.

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Weston teacher visits Korea on research fellowship

Weston High School teacher Angela Lee traveled to Korea for a teaching fellowship this summer.

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Letter from the editorial team of the Weston Observer

We know there is demand for independent, intelligent reporting. We have seen neighboring towns develop independent news sources through community support, and we know we can do it here.

Restoration progress brings The Woods closer to debut

The Woods restaurant at Josiah Smith Tavern, newly licensed and approved, is slated to open spring 2026.