Wakefield
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Stoneham’s Hall Memorial Pool reopens following complete reconstruction
FROM THE LEFT ARE: Andrea Nahigian, Boys & Girls Club of Metro North Chief Advancement Officer; Dot Butler, En Ka Society; John Citrano, Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer Everett Bank; Caroline Sham, Swim Winchester; Senator Jason Lewis; John Shagoury, BGCMN Chief Operating Officer; Mai Harrison, En Ka Society; State Representative Michael Day; Tom……
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Another endorsement on the campaign trail
LEILA MIGLIORELLI Top labor unions back Migliorelli This comes from the candidate’s campaign personnel. MELROSE – Leila Migliorelli, the former Melrose City Council President and City Councilor At-Large, has been endorsed by IBEW Local 103 and the Massachusetts & Northern New England Laborers’ District Council in her campaign for State Representative for the 32nd Middlesex……
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Work begin on Vets Field restrooms
WAKEFIELD — This week, work will begin on the Veterans Field/Hall Park Restroom Project. Contractor G.V.W., Inc. will mobilize to begin preliminary site preparation work, including the installation of construction fencing and erosion controls. Utility work for the bathroom’s water and sewer services is anticipated to begin the week of July 27. Portions of the……
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Community Calendar
Published in the Wakefield Daily Item on July 21, 2026 WEDNESDAY, JULY 22 Five Crowns, McCarthy Senior Center on Converse Street, 1 p.m. Get ready for a delightful twist on rummy! Five Crowns uses five suits and keeps you on your toes with a unique changing wild card. It’s easy to learn and endlessly fun……
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Front Page: July 21, 2026
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North Reading
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Veterans’ Corner: Town to celebrate National Purple Heart Recognition Day Aug. 7
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 By CHRIS THOMANN Veterans Director/VSO Purple Heart recipients, veterans, dependents, and the North Reading community; please mark your calendars! National Purple Heart Recognition Day is Friday, August 7, 2026. The ceremony in North Reading will take place at 5 p.m. (please note: new time……
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Dana-Farber Mammography Van at IRP Aug. 4
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 NORTH READING — Are you due for your breast cancer screening? Then save yourself some time and the hassle of a commute into Boston or other area hospitals by scheduling an appointment today on Dana-Farber’s Mammography Van! The van is coming to Ipswich River Park……
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Calling all Artists! Show your work at the Apple Festival
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 NORTH READING — The North Reading Historical & Antiquarian Society is seeking donations of original artwork and craftwork for the Art Raffle and Silent Auction planned for its 32nd Annual Apple Festival on Saturday, Sept. 26. Featuring plenty of apple pie and ice cream, live……
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Awarded B.S. from U of Tampa
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 TAMPA, Florida — William McCann of North Reading was awarded a bachelor of science degree in finance from the University of Tampa. The university’s 162nd commencement was held on May 9. We have switched to a subscription model for online access. Please purchase an…
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Starting ‘em young
Photo published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 PROUD DAD Andy Mason introduced his one-week-old daughter Olivia to her first Summer BBQ and Concert at Ipswich River Park last Wednesday night. (Maureen Doherty Photo) We have switched to a subscription model for online access. Please purchase an Online Subscription in…
Melrose
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Public documents now easier to see
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026 MELROSE — The City of Melrose has launched DocAccess, a website plugin which makes thousands of public documents more accessible to residents across the community. The rollout covers 5,492 existing documents totaling 99,846 pages, including archived and legacy content, and is designed to help residents……
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Rep. Lipper-Garabedian to hold in-person office hours at senior centers
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026 BOSTON — State Representative Kate Lipper-Garabedian announced that she and her office will hold monthly office hours for constituents in-person on Friday, July 24, in Melrose and Wakefield to highlight local senior centers. Rep. Lipper-Garabedian will be in Melrose from 10-11 a.m. at the Milano……
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House swaps pole-removal deadline for new working group
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026 By KATIE CASTELLANI State House News Service BOSTON — The House took baby steps towards addressing double utility poles that have frustrated municipal leaders for years. On Wednesday, representatives embedded language within an amendment to a sweeping economic development bill (H 5562) that……
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Program notes from staff of Melrose Public Library
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026 MELROSE — The following updates and announcements come from the staff of the Melrose Public Library: Summer hours Independence Day through Labor Day weekend: Open Mondays through Thursdays from 10 a.m to 9 p.m (Upper Level closes at 8 p.m.). Open Fridays from 10 a.m……
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Stretching their legs
Photo published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026 THREE GOLDEN RETRIEVERS are taken for a walk on Porter Street. (Photo by Raj Das, edphotos.com) We have switched to a subscription model for online access. Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.Subscribe Now!
Lynnfield
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Senate passes social media bill with retro vision for online networks
Published in Lynnfield Villager on July 15, 2026 By ELLA ADAMS and SAM DRYSDALE State House News Service BOSTON — The Senate on July 9 passed a bill to regulate youth social media use in what some senators said is an attempt to return the platforms to the “OG social media” of the early aughts. Senators……
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Academic Accolades
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on July 15, 2026 University of Tampa dean’s list TAMPA, Fla. — A Lynnfield student earned dean’s list honors at the University of Tampa for the spring 2026 semester. Lynnfield resident Aubrey Rocha is a member of the Class of 2029. She is majoring in Entrepreneurship. Students must maintain……
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Soaked
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on July 15, 2026 ELON ELIVERT Elon Elivert got drenched by a fellow Recreation Station camper who slid down the inflatable waterslide on July 8. (Dan Tomasello Photo) We have switched to a subscription model for online access. Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this…
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Respecting disability identity
Published in Lynnfield Villager on July 15, 2026 July is Disability Pride Month, a time to celebrate inclusion and to recognize the accomplishments of those who have overcome much more than others have in order to lead full, productive lives. With the unfortunate rise of stigma and bullying, combined with shrinking access to services and……
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Recreation Station fun!
Photo published in the Lynnfield Villager on July 15, 2026 FRIENDS Austin Routhier (left) and Winnie Gardner kick back and relax after sliding down the inflatable waterslide at Recreation Station on July 8. (Dan Tomasello Photo) We have switched to a subscription model for online access. Please purchase an Online Subscription in order…
Most Popular Stories
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Porchfest 2026 keeps growing
WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield Porchfest Committee has added 14 community sponsors to support Porchfest 2026, including 10 returning organizations and four new organizations. As in previous years, the sponsoring organizations are separated into three music-themed tiers of support, including Headliner, Encore, and Opening Act levels, providing critical support for the celebration of live, local music……
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Calling all Artists! Show your work at the Apple Festival
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 NORTH READING — The North Reading Historical & Antiquarian Society is seeking donations of original artwork and craftwork for the Art Raffle and Silent Auction planned for its 32nd Annual Apple Festival on Saturday, Sept. 26. Featuring plenty of apple pie and ice cream, live……
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MCB Foundation helps those in need
Photo published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026 THE MELROSE COOPERATIVE BANK FOUNDATION recently made a $10,000 donation to the Melrose Farmer’s Market SNAP match program, strengthening a commitment to provide food access in the city. Above, board members Stephanie Nelson, John Gately and Jim Oosterman make the presentation to market……
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Town enters 99-year MBTA lease for rail trail
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on July 15, 2026 By DAN TOMASELLO LYNNFIELD — During a recent meeting, the Select Board unanimously approved entering into a 99-year lease agreement with the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) for the Lynnfield Rail Trail. The rail trail will be a 2.8-mile-long multiuse path and boardwalk extending from……
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MVES Community All-Star Award presented to Roberta Sanchez
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 9, 2026 ROBERTA “BERT” SANCHEZ (left) received the Community All-Star Award for North Reading from Mystic Valley Elder Services. Presenting Sanchez with her award was Mary Prenney, Mystic Valley Advisory Council member and retired North Reading Senior Center director. (Courtesy Photo) NORTH READING — Mystic……
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Sheriff’s Office welcomes 18 new correction officers
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 3, 2026 MEMBERS OF THE 54th Basic Training Academy pose for a class photo alongside training academy staff, command staff members and Middlesex Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian (front row center). WINCHESTER – Eighteen new correction officers formally joined the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office on Friday, May……