Wakefield
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Car crashes, break-ins reported
WAKEFIELD — Police are investigating after the owner of a 2018 GMC Canyon reported that the pickup truck had been broken into sometime between Saturday night and Sunday morning. The man contacted police at about 8:45 a.m. on Sunday and said that he had parked his truck on Crescent Hill the night before. He returned……
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Wong has House budget issues
DONALD WONG BOSTON – State Representative Donald H. Wong (R-Saugus) recently joined with his Republican colleagues to stand united in advocating for a series of proposed amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) House budget designed to assist the state’s taxpayers and municipalities as they struggle with rising costs and increasing budget constraints. Expressing concerns……
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Wakefield Youth Action Team has support kits
WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield Youth Action Team announces the availability of Wellness Support Kits as a new community resource for youth and their families. These support kits contain items to encourage individuals who are trying to reduce or stop nicotine or other substance use. The kits contain a journal, pen, flavored lip balm, hard candy……
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Annual Town Meeting, volleyball and more this week at WCAT
WAKEFIELD — Tonight at 7, WCAT will move to the Galvin Middle School to cover the Annual Town Meeting’s first night. Tuesday, the Friends of Lake Quannapowitt (FOLQ) will hold a meeting in WCAT’s conference room. At 6 p.m., a WCAT intern and a volunteer will cover the Division 2 Wakefield Warriors boys’ volleyball match……
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Front Page: May 4, 2026
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North Reading
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Beacon Hill Roll Call
Published in the North Reading Transcript on May 7, 2026 Volume 51- Report No. 17 THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll calls in the House or Senate during the week of April 20-24, during which the House met for a total of 30 minutes and the Senate met for a total of 45……
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Town-wide Cleanup and Litter Audit May 17
Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 30, 2026 NORTH READING — The North Reading Green Alliance is teaming up with the NRHS Eco-Team to sponsor a Town-wide Cleanup and Litter Audit on Sunday, May 17, from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the town center. The cleanup is scheduled to run until noon……
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Q: What is a seed Library?
Photo published in the North Reading Transcript on April 30, 2026 A: IT’S A FREE RESOURCE providing community members with seeds to grow flowers and produce! How does it work? Patrons of the Flint Memorial Library may take up to two seed packets per day and simply record which packets they’re taking in the……
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What’s the Buzz?
Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 30, 2026 NORTH READING — Have you heard the latest buzz? Sharing the details of your NR event or meeting is easy via NorthReadingNews@WakefieldItem.com. Deadline: Mondays at 5 p.m. Public meetings: Agendas of public boards must be posted at least 48 hours in advance on the town……
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Between the Lines at the Flint Memorial Library
Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 30, 2026 Refresh your book shelves at the library’s Spring Book Sale NORTH READING — Whether you are spring cleaning or just looking for something fresh to read, The Friends of the Flint Memorial Library is ready to help. The Spring Book Sale opens on Tuesday, May……
Melrose
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Library Friends’ book sale coming May 9
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 1, 2026 MELROSE — Following are some announcements and program notes from the staff of the Melrose Public Library. Special Announcements from The Friends of the Melrose Public Library The Friends of the Melrose Public Library’s annual spring book sale will be on Saturday, May 9 from……
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Melrose Farmers’ Market announces Urban Garden Tour
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 1, 2026 MELROSE — The Melrose Farmers’ Market is announcing its upcoming Urban Garden Tour, a self-guided community event that celebrates the beauty and creativity of gardens across Melrose while raising funds for the Market’s SNAP Match Program. The tour will showcase 10 unique gardens throughout the……
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Learn to keep energy costs down May 6
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 1, 2026 MELROSE — An Energy Bill Clinic will be held on Wednesday, May 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Melrose Public Library on West Emerson Street. To help you get answers and make your energy bill more affordable we are bringing together a……
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Calm and reflective
Photo published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 1, 2026 AS WE HEAD INTO May, we can all look ahead to the lazy days of summer approaching fast. (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…
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A Little League tradition continues
Photo published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 1, 2026 MELROSE LITTLE LEAGUE kicked off its season in style with its Opening Day Parade on Saturday, April 11, a celebration that brought together players, families and the community. (Photo courtesy of Rob O’Donoghue) We have switched to a subscription model for…
Lynnfield
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Lynnfield median home sale price reaches $899,900 in March
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on April 29, 2026 LYNNFIELD — Old Man Winter created a sluggish start to the town’s real estate market to begin the first three months of the year. According to The Warren Group, there were only three single-family homes sold in Lynnfield during the month of March. The three single-family……
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Shining a light on autism
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on April 29, 2026 THE PARZIALE FAMILY, from left, Jonathan, Jenna and Susan helped organize the Police Department and Lynnfield SEPAC’s annual Coffee With A Cop event on April 26. (Courtesy Photo) We have switched to a subscription model for online access. Please purchase an Online Subscription in…
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Seize the day and don’t have any regrets
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on April 29, 2026 Regret is a universal currency, but it gains interest with age. The missed chances we brushed off in our 20s, the tough conversations we dodged in our 30s, the adventures we swore we’d take “next year” – they tend to grow louder as the decades roll……
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Dreams come true
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on April 29, 2026 LYNNFIELD RESIDENT Flavia Torres is cheered on by young supporters Will and Emily Logrippo during the 130th Boston Marathon on April 20. Torres finished the 26.2-mile trek and raised $22,512 for the Heather Abbott Foundation. Torres recently informed the Villager that it was a lifelong dream……
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Jones office hours May 8
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on April 29, 2026 BOSTON – House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones Jr. (R-North Reading) will be holding his monthly district office hours in Lynnfield on Friday, May 8 from 9-10 a.m. at the Lynnfield Public Library, 18 Summer St. During office hours, Jones or a member of his staff will……
Most Popular Stories
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Town launches mosaic project
GALVIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Art Teachers Emily Sevigny (left) and Anne Whelan stand in front of the beautiful mosaic swan in the window of Holiday Travel on Main Street. Galvin students in grades 5 through 8 worked on the art pieces now showcased around Wakefield. Artwork by GMS students WAKEFIELD — The Town of Wakefield announces……
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Calm and reflective
Photo published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 1, 2026 AS WE HEAD INTO May, we can all look ahead to the lazy days of summer approaching fast. (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…
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Dreams come true
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on April 29, 2026 LYNNFIELD RESIDENT Flavia Torres is cheered on by young supporters Will and Emily Logrippo during the 130th Boston Marathon on April 20. Torres finished the 26.2-mile trek and raised $22,512 for the Heather Abbott Foundation. Torres recently informed the Villager that it was a lifelong dream……
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School Committee Candidate Statement: Dr. Julie Elkins
Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 30, 2026 UNCONTESTED RACE (vote for 1) DR. JULIE ELKINS School Committee candidate DR. JULIE ELKINS School Committee candidate My name is Dr. Julie Elkins and I am running for School Committee. My mom and dad taught me that it was not enough just to……
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Town Council candidates on funding sources
WAKEFIELD – There are four candidates running for two Town Council seats in Tuesday’s Town Election: James T. Cerone, Brian Fox, Rada Frohlichstein and Ami Ruehrwein Wall. The Daily Item posed two questions to the candidates. Today, we publish their responses to the second question. Their answers to the first question appeared in yesterday’s newspaper. QUESTION: In recent years, the Town used monies from an opioid……
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MHS French students have been busy
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on April 24, 2026 STUDENTS IN QUEBEC made sure to take a photo with the Melrose Weekly News in hand! MELROSE — At Melrose High School, French teachers Virginie Auvergne and Denise Wagstaff — along with their students — have been busy traveling in 2026! The first trip was……