Wakefield
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Fourth of July Parade photo pages published July 6, 2026
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Retirees to meet Wednesday, July 8, 2026
WAKEFIELD — The next meeting of the Retired Men and Women’s Club of Wakefield will be held on Wednesday, July 8 at 9:30 a.m., but people gather as early as 8 a.m. for socializing. The scheduled speaker is Carrie Thomas, Community Advocacy Volunteer Leader for the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals……
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Community Calendar
TUESDAY, JULY 7 • Caregiver Support Group, McCarthy Senior Center on Converse Street, 10 a.m. • Woodcarving with Leo, McCarthy Senior Center, 10 a.m. Ready to whittle your way to a new hobby? Whether you’re a total beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, Leo will guide you through the satisfying art of transforming wood……
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Editorial: State needs to get social media law right
Lawmakers in Boston are navigating a very tricky world when tackling social media and its impact on kids. They need to get it right. We’re hopeful they will. According to a report by Katie Castellani of State House News Service, senators on Thursday unveiled a proposal aimed at limiting youth exposure to addictive aspects of……
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Weekly Roundup: Beating the Heat Before the Fourth
GOV. MAURA HEALEY poses for a selfie with No. 1 2026 NBA Draft pick AJ Dybantsa (right) and his dad, Ace Dybantsa (left) in her State House office on June 29, 2026. (Photo by Ella Adams/State House News Service) By ELLA ADAMS State House News Service BOSTON — Before drones blinked in the sky to the……
North Reading
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Four named to WPI dean’s list
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 2, 2026 WORCESTER — Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) has announced the dean’s list for academic excellence for the spring 2026 semester, which includes four students from North Reading. The criteria for the WPI dean’s list differ from that of most other universities as WPI does not compute……
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Rep. Jones’ district office hours July 10
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 2, 2026 BOSTON — House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones, Jr. (R-North Reading) will be holding his monthly district office hours in North Reading on Friday, July 10 from 11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. at the Flint Memorial Library, 147 Park Street. During office hours, Rep……
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Presenters, vendors and sponsors sought for National Night Out
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 2, 2026 NORTH READING — The North Reading Community Impact Team (CIT) will be sponsoring its 10th annual National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4 at Ipswich River Park from 5 p.m.-7:30 p.m. National Night Out is an event focused on strengthening North Reading by encouraging……
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Steak tips or hamburgers?
Photo published in the North Reading Transcript on July 2, 2026 JUST IN TIME for cookout season, Barbara Campbell won the grilling basket raffled off by the Friends of the Flint Memorial Library to support library programs and services enjoyed by patrons of all ages. (Courtesy Photo) We have switched to a subscription…
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Happy Independence Day!
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 2, 2026 The semiquincentennial of the founding of our nation is a remarkable and noteworthy occasion and provides a perfect opportunity to ponder the magnitude of the document penned by our founding fathers in declaring the independence of the original 13 colonies from the British Crown while……
Melrose
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State Senate hopeful endorsed by Boston Teachers Union
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 3, 2026 CAREY McDONALD MALDEN – The following was submitted by the candidate’s campaign staff. This June, State Sen. candidate Carey McDonald was endorsed by the Boston Teachers Union for the 5th Middlesex seat. The announcement marks additional support for the candidate with the most endorsements from……
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Melrose residents to ride in 2026 Pan-Mass Challenge
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 3, 2026 NEEDHAM — This August 1 and 2, the Pan-Mass Challenge (PMC) will bring together more than 6,000 cyclists and 4,000 volunteers to raise money for cancer research and patient care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The challenge, which raises more money for charity than any other……
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Jamaleddines to open local eatery
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 3, 2026 MELROSE — Maya Jamaleddine will soon be serving us food from her native land. The At-Large City Councilor won approval this week to open Shawbak Lebanese Eatery and Bakery at 36-40 West Wyoming Ave. All offerings will be made from scratch, said Jamaleddine, who appeared……
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Hamilton College class of 2026
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 3, 2026 CLINTON, NY — Thomas Sheft of Melrose received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Hamilton College on Sunday, May 24, in a Commencement ceremony concluding the college’s 2025-26 academic year. Sheft, a biochemistry/molecular biology major, graduated cum laude with departmental honors in biochemistry/molecular biology. …
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Editorial: Early literacy’s big boost
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 3, 2026 Kudos to state lawmakers for filling in a couple of gaps in early education. With literacy indicators declining in Massachusetts, Gov. Maura Healey on June 26 signed legislation overhauling early reading instruction here. It comes not a minute too soon. “When you become a strong……
Lynnfield
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Jones office hours July 10
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on July 1, 2026 BOSTON – House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones Jr. (R-North Reading) will be holding his monthly district office hours in Lynnfield on Friday, July 10, taking place from 9-10 a.m. at the Lynnfield Public Library, 18 Summer St. During office hours, Jones or a member of……
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Rotary’s ‘Concerts on the Common’ return July 8
LYNNFIELD — Lynnfield Rotary’s Concerts on the Common will begin on Wednesday, July 8. The 12 Barz Band will be performing from 6-8 p.m. on the Town Common on Wednesday, July 8. The Rico Barr Band will playing from 6-8 p.m. on the Town Common on Wednesday, July 15. Rick Desanctis will be performing from……
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Editorial: Early literacy’s big boost
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on July 1, 2026 Kudos to state lawmakers for filling a couple of gaps in early education. With literacy indicators declining in Massachusetts, Gov. Maura Healey on June 26 signed legislation overhauling early reading instruction here. It comes not a minute too soon. “When you become a strong reader, you……
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Opening night music
Photo published in the Lynnfield Villager on July 1, 2026 THE MEMORYLANERS performed a cover of The Everly Brothers’ song “All I Have to Do is Dream” during the opening ceremony of the town’s 250th Celebration on the Town Common on June 19. (Dan Tomasello Photo) We have switched to a subscription model…
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Georges, Robins awarded LAG scholarships
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on July 1, 2026 LYNNFIELD — The Lynnfield Art Guild (LAG) has announced that the two Lynnfield High School winners of its art-based scholarships for 2026 are Ereeny Georges and Jerusha Robins. Georges is the recipient of the Karen Rae Simpson Duggan Memorial Scholarship for $1,000, which honors a……
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Winners of July 4th parades and races in Wakefield
WEST SIDE SOCIAL CLUB Past President Roger Curran would sure be happy to see his great grandchildren move on to win the Ken Giles Award for Best Presentation of Theme “250 Years of Democracy” during the July 4th children’s parades Saturday. Here are Darcy Pond, 4; Paige Pond, 2, and Charlie Pond. (Photo courtesy of……
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Rotary’s ‘Concerts on the Common’ return July 8
LYNNFIELD — Lynnfield Rotary’s Concerts on the Common will begin on Wednesday, July 8. The 12 Barz Band will be performing from 6-8 p.m. on the Town Common on Wednesday, July 8. The Rico Barr Band will playing from 6-8 p.m. on the Town Common on Wednesday, July 15. Rick Desanctis will be performing from……
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Lucky winner!
Photo published in the North Reading Transcript on July 2, 2026 ERIN O’NEIL and her devoted companion were the lucky winners of the book stand basket, one of three popular themed baskets raffled off this spring by the Friends of the Flint Memorial Library. (Courtesy Photo) We have switched to a subscription model…
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Susan Becker receives Community All-Star Award
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 3, 2026 SUSAN BECKER, pictured on the right, receives Mystic Valley Elder Services’ Community All-Star Award. At left is award presenter Carole Lowenstein, Mystic Valley Board member. MELROSE — Mystic Valley Elder Services is proud to announce that Susan Becker received the nonprofit agency’s Community All-Star Award……
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Triple digits!
Photo published in the North Reading Transcript on July 2, 2026 WITH A SMILE as bright as the candles on her birthday cake, the town’s newest centenarian, Marjorie Flot, was feted during a special birthday celebration arranged by the staff at the Edith O’Leary Senior Center. Marjorie was born on June 29, 1926 and……
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181 eighth graders move on from LMS
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on July 1, 2026 LYNNFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL eighth graders listen to Student Council President Kylie Geary’s speech during the recent moving on ceremony. There were 181 eighth-graders who moved on from LMS. (Dan Tomasello Photo) By DAN TOMASELLO LYNNFIELD — Lynnfield Middle School celebrated the accomplishments of 181 eighth graders……