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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 [email protected].

Melissa's Latest Articles

Panera headquarters moving to Weston

The fast-casual restaurant brand Panera Bread is moving its corporate headquarters to Weston from St. Louis next year.

Developer proposes affordable housing options for Regis site

The potential developer of 300 Wellesley St. recently shared how the project will play into Weston's affordable housing goals.

Rep. Peisch concerned about upcoming health care cuts, education

Earlier this month, Rep. Alice Peisch briefed residents about current events on Beacon Hill and challenges to state government.

New look for proposed senior housing complex

The senior housing development proposed for 300 Wellesley St. has a new architect and a new name: The Reserve Weston.

Weston home sale shatters records

The most expensive single-family, non-waterfront home in Massachusetts history recently sold in Weston for $25.8 million.

Robert Buchanan, former Town Moderator, dies at 93

As the news spread through Weston that Robert Buchanan, town moderator for 30 years, had died, the accolades arrived.

Density and cost is focus of latest hearing on senior development

Unit mix, project density and environmental impact concerns were the focus of the latest HYM Investment Group public hearing.

HYM Zoning change will not be on Town Meeting warrant

The Senior Living Community Overlay District proposal for 300 Wellesley St. will not be on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.

Wayland man cited for Cybertruck vandalism

A Wayland man was summoned to court on Feb. 27 after he allegedly keyed a Cybertruck parked in the Central Street parking lot.

Developer seeks zoning bylaw change for senior housing