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Front Page: May 15, 2026
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SC wrestling with ‘Choice’ parameters
Published in the Wakefield Daily Item on May 15, 2026 By NEIL ZOLOT WAKEFIELD – The School Committee is still debating the parameters of School Choice for the 2026-27 school year. They delayed a vote at their meeting Tuesday, May 12 pending more information on how it would affect class sizes. “We want to raise revenue……
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Road work starts on Elm St.
Published in the Wakefield Daily Item on May 15, 2026 WAKEFIELD — Roadway milling is scheduled to take place on Elm Street on Friday, May 15 and Monday May 18, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please keep this in mind if your commute brings you through the area. Access to homes and businesses will……
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Wakefield firefighters graduate from state academy
Published in the Wakefield Daily Item on May 15, 2026 CONGRATULATIONS to Timothy Coggswell (left) and Brian Dougherty on their graduation from the Mass. Firefighting Academy. WAKEFIELD — Wakefield Fire Chief Thomas M. Purcell announces the graduation of Timothy Coggswell and Brian Dougherty from the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy’s 50-day Career Recruit Firefighting Training Program with……
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Looking Backward
Published in the Wakefield Daily Item on May 15, 2026 The column is being reprinted today. MAY 17, 1965 Sixty one years ago, May 17th was a Monday. It was cloudy and warm, with scattered thunder showers. The Item’s twelve pages cost eight cents. It was a busy weekend for the Wakefield Police Department:… …
North Reading
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Last call for Memorial Day parade marchers
Published in the North Reading Transcript on May 14, 2026 NORTH READING — All are invited to the town’s traditional Memorial Day ceremonies and parade on Monday, May 25 on the Town Common. The ceremony will promptly begin at 10 a.m. on the Common followed by the Memorial Day Parade that will kick off at……
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Live music at Coffeehouse Showcase Saturday
Published in the North Reading Transcript on May 14, 2026 NORTH READING — The May Showcase of the North Reading Community Coffeehouse is this Saturday, May 16 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. The performers are Diane Battistello, Tom Cook, and Ed Spillert. Each performer will do about a 30-minute set. The free event is held in the Activity……
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Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Club and author discussion on banned books at library
Published in the North Reading Transcript on May 14, 2026 NORTH READING — The Flint Memorial Library, 147 Park St., is offering a variety of interesting events for patrons of all ages during the upcoming week. Register for events by calling 978-664-4942 or go to the event calendar: flintmemoriallibrary.org. The library’s elevator remains out… …
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What’s the Buzz?
Published in the North Reading Transcript on May 14, 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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Two couples named honorary Parade Marshals
Published in the North Reading Transcript on May 14, 2026 REP. BRAD AND LINDA JONES 2026 Honorary Memorial Day Parade Marshals NORTH READING — The North Reading Company of Minit and Militia have selected two couples with decades of service to the community to serve as the Honorary Marshals of this year’s Memorial……
Melrose
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Saxophone Quartet plays Saturday at MHCC
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 15, 2026 MELROSE — On Saturday, May 16 at 3 p.m. the Beethoven Society of Melrose will host the Area 9 Saxophone Quartet. The Area 9 Saxophone Quartet will bring audiences on a compelling musical journey that celebrates both tradition and innovation, showcasing the remarkable versatility and……
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Senator Lewis announces Virtual Office Hours for May
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 15, 2026 JASON LEWIS BOSTON — State Senator Jason Lewis will be holding Virtual Office Hours on Monday, May 18, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Any constituent of Senator Lewis is welcome to attend Office Hours, with no appointment necessary, to discuss any personal……
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Red Hawk Robotics finishes strong season
Recognized at World Championships Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 15, 2026 MELROSE – Melrose High School’s Red Hawk Robotics Team returned to Melrose after competing at the World Championships in Houston, Texas. Their appearance at the World competition extended their run of three world championships since emerging from COVID. Approximately……
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Sustainability on Tour Sunday
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 15, 2026 INDUCTION cook tops are faster than gas ranges at boiling water and easier to clean. MELROSE – This Melrose Kitchen and Sustainability tour introduces the concept of sustainability as a critical design consideration when thinking about changes in the kitchen. Heat Pump Hot……
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Repair Café at the Milano Center May 16
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 15, 2026 MELROSE — Save money, repair treasures and keep items out of landfills by getting damaged household items fixed at Lend and Mend’s Repair Cafe on Saturday, May 16 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Milano Center, 201 W. Foster St. in Melrose. This……
Lynnfield
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LAG announces Spring Arts Festival award winners
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on May 13, 2026 LYNNFIELD — The Lynnfield Art Guild (LAG) has announced the winners of several different categories during the Spring Arts Festival that occurred on May 9. Judges Robert Frascella, Andy Levine and Laurie Schmidt presented the ribbons to the various award winners during the festival. In the……
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Senior news and activities
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on May 13, 2026 LYNNFIELD — The Senior Center is ready for spring. Seniors are invited to come to the center to enjoy seasonal programs, activities and community gatherings designed especially for adults 60-years and older. To view the Senior Center’s full newsletter and monthly lunch menu, visit Lynnfield.gov/235/Council-On-Aging……
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Health Department holding ‘Bump, Baby and Beyond’ Saturday
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on May 13, 2026 LYNNFIELD — The Lynnfield Health Department, in its role as a member of the Middlesex-Essex Public Health Collaborative, is holding the free Bump, Baby and Beyond community event on Saturday, May 16, taking place from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the MPTC Lynnfield Police Academy, 425 Walnut……
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Looking Back in the pages of the Villager
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on May 13, 2026 MAY 12, 1976 Slow down: A group of Main Street, Heritage Lane and Chestnut Street residents urged the Board of Selectmen to implement stronger traffic enforcement measures during Monday’s meeting. Vice Chair Robert Weiss assured the residents that the selectmen will discuss increasing traffic enforcement……
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Editorial: Micromobility needs rules
Sometimes you have to shake your head in wonder at how brazen people are when they zip by you on an e-bike or a souped-up scooter. In Boston, they’re all over the place, delivering food, messages, packages, whatever, without disregard for themselves and often others. It is like the Wild West out there in micromobility……
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Wakefield firefighters graduate from state academy
Published in the Wakefield Daily Item on May 15, 2026 CONGRATULATIONS to Timothy Coggswell (left) and Brian Dougherty on their graduation from the Mass. Firefighting Academy. WAKEFIELD — Wakefield Fire Chief Thomas M. Purcell announces the graduation of Timothy Coggswell and Brian Dougherty from the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy’s 50-day Career Recruit Firefighting Training Program with……
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Wounded Vet Run this Sunday
WAKEFIELD — On Sunday, May 17, the annual Boston Wounded Vet Run will make its way through Wakefield. Motorcycle participants will leave Revere at 12:30 p.m. and enter Wakefield from Saugus via Farm Street at about 1 p.m. Riders will follow Farm Street to Water Street, take a left onto Water Street, then left……
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Updates from City Hall
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 15, 2026 MELROSE — The City of Melrose is sharing the following updates for the upcoming week: Document shredding at City Yard May 16 The Melrose City Yard at 72 Tremont St. is open for recycling and yard waste drop-off every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 7:30……
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Two couples named honorary Parade Marshals
Published in the North Reading Transcript on May 14, 2026 REP. BRAD AND LINDA JONES 2026 Honorary Memorial Day Parade Marshals NORTH READING — The North Reading Company of Minit and Militia have selected two couples with decades of service to the community to serve as the Honorary Marshals of this year’s Memorial……
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Fare-thee-well
Photos published in the North Reading Transcript on May 14, 2026 A FAREWELL reception was held at the Edith O’Leary Senior Center for outgoing Senior Center Director Kim Manzelli, who held the position from November 2022 to April 2026. Among those wishing her well were (from left): Pat Fillmore, JoAnn Gallant, Angela Mauceri, Barbara……
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Officials project budget deficits in FY27 and FY28
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on May 13, 2026 By DAN TOMASELLO LYNNFIELD — The town will be facing significant budget shortfalls in the next two fiscal years. That was the message Town Administrator Rob Dolan and Assistant Town Administrator/Finance Director Dave Castellarin sent while giving an overview of a three-year budget forecast during the……