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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

2025 Print Editions
Weston teacher visits Korea on research fellowship

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

2025 Newsletters
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.

Rep. Peisch’s office to hold virtual office hours

The office of Rep. Alice Hanlon Peisch will hold virtual office hours on Friday, Sept. 12, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Weston Owl delivered news with wit and wisdom

The Weston Owl offered a tongue-in-cheek look at happenings around town.

Where does Weston rank in US News & World report?

The magazine evaluated nearly 18,000 schools, examining student performance on state-required tests, school graduation rates and how well schools prepared their students for college.