Helen Partridge

Helen Partridge is a digital editor at Arlington Magazine. She is a New Jersey native and a graduate of Clark University and Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. Helen is a mother of three and has lived in Arlington since 2011.

Articles by This Contributor

Alfred O. Taylor Receives Beloved Community Award

The Green Valley historian and activist, a lifelong advocate for his neighborhood and its residents, was honored by Volunteer Arlington on MLK Day.

What to Eat During Winter Restaurant Week

Head out for deals on burgers, sushi, tapas, brisket, mussel pots, lobster rolls and a whole lot more, Jan. 15-21.

7 Ways to Honor and Serve This MLK Weekend

From service projects to commemorative walks and concerts, there are plenty of ways to honor the civil rights leader.

Fentanyl: The Deadliest Dose

Teens don’t always know what’s in the drugs they’re using. The pill they think is Oxy or Xanax could contain fentanyl—and the stakes couldn’t be higher.

These are the Helpers in Your Neighborhood

Supporting youth, nurturing families and helping seniors maintain independence are all part of Portia Clark's lifetime of service.

14 Drivable Winter Getaways for Snow Lovers

Embrace the cold with skiing, snowboarding, tubing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, an alpine coaster and the East Coast's longest sled run.

These Are the Helpers in Your Neighborhood

Something as simple as a new ID card can relaunch a life, says Chris DeRosa. She helps people become voters and active members of society again.

Westover Taco Opens Its Doors in Arlington

Tacos and margaritas are the focus of a new taqueria with a late-night bar by entrepreneur Scott Parker and the team behind Cowboy Cafe.
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These Are the Helpers in Your Neighborhood

A calling that started in Covid’s days of need may soon become a full-time career for Mariflor Ventura.

These are the Helpers in Your Neighborhood

A child advocate, published poet and now social media phenom, Gary Shulman sprinkles positivity everywhere he goes. 

These Are the Helpers in Your Neighborhood

Arlington 'kindness activist' Susan Thompson-Gaines feeds the hungry, clothes people in need and spreads joy year-round with an army of elves.

Where to Shop on Small Business Saturday

The Passport Program is back with special offers, treats and a chance to win prizes from more than a dozen local shops and eateries.