Wakefield
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My Brother’s Table receives $150K Cummings Grant
LYNN – My Brother’s Table has been selected as one of 150 nonprofits to receive funding through Cummings Foundation’s annual grant program, which awarded $35 million this year. Chosen through a competitive review process that drew a record 959 applicants, the Lynn-based organization will receive $150,000 over three years. This month, My Brother’s Table is……
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No trash collection delay this week
WAKEFIELD — Republic Hauling, the Town’s trash and recycling contractor, confirmed that they will collect Fridays’ route on Friday, June 19, instead of the typical one-day holiday delay. All residences on Friday’s route should have their trash and recycling out at the curb as usual. There will be no delayed collection on Saturday. Looking forward……
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Editorial:Planning for a tax holiday
We can all use a break from the ever-increasing cost of things. So savings-minded shoppers should plan accordingly because last Thursday lawmakers agreed that the weekend of Aug. 8-9 will serve as this year’s sales tax holiday. Buyers can avoid the sales tax on many purchases, although critics say it doesn’t generate much new economic……
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House committee rejects plastic bag ban
By COLIN A. YOUNG State House News Service BOSTON — In nearly all respects, the roughly $3 billion environmental borrowing bill the House expects to pass Wednesday is more narrow than the version that cleared the Senate two months ago. The House Ways and Means Committee slimmed the Senate’s bond authorizations (S 3064) down by……
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Wakefield Community Calendar
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17 • Juneteenth celebration, Americal Civic Center at 467 Main St., 6 p.m. Attendees will enjoy a performance from singer Janey David, a reading from poet Daiana Garcia, and remarks from members of the Northshore Juneteenth Association. Organizers also welcome the Lynn English High School Junior ROTC, who will raise the Juneteenth flag……
North Reading
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Front Page published June 18, 2026
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Jones supports legislation expanding access to EpiPens
Published in the North Reading Transcript on June 11, 2026 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/user:Intropin BOSTON — Legislation to increase the availability of life-saving epinephrine autoinjectors, more commonly known as EpiPens, was recently supported by House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones Jr. (R-North Reading). House Bill 5443, “An Act relative to increasing access to epinephrine,” was engrossed……
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On being a sub, Part 1
Published in the North Reading Transcript on June 11, 2026 By VIRGINIA MCNEIL SLEP I was a stay-at-home Mom for years while my sons were growing up, but when they both got into middle school, I decided that it was time to venture back into teaching. Being a substitute teacher seemed like the perfect……
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Around the Schoolyard with North Reading Public Schools: ‘Just make a mark and see where it takes you’
Published in the North Reading Transcript on June 11, 2026 By Sean Killeen, Assistant Superintendent for Teaching & Learning As the community begins to celebrate the 2026 graduates of North Reading High School, I always take the opportunity to reflect upon the growth, success, and limitless potential of the senior class as they prepare……
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NR Democrats to host Markey June 16
Published in the North Reading Transcript on June 11, 2026 NORTH READING — North Reading Democrats will hold its monthly happy hour at Hopothecary Ales, 303 Main St., on Tuesday, June 16 from 6-9 p.m. All are welcome attend and meet Joe Markey, the Democratic candidate seeking to fill the State Representative seat being……
Melrose
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Keeping Jazz Alive concert at Temple Beth Shalom June 27
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on June 12, 2026 MELROSE — The weather is heating up, which means it’s time again for jazz in Melrose! Temple Beth Shalom’s popular concert series Keeping Jazz Alive will return to Melrose at 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 27 at 21 E. Foster St., Melrose. This year’s Irving……
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Endorsements in 5th Middlesex Senate, DA races
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on June 12, 2026 The following releases were submitted by the candidates’ campaigns. DA hopeful backed by law enforcers DAVID SOLET CAMBRIDGE — David Solet, a veteran prosecutor and 2025 Middlesex County Prosecutor of the Year, announced major endorsements from numerous top law enforcement unions and organizations in his……
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Lawmakers back Lipper-Garabedian data privacy bill
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on June 12, 2026 BOSTON – The Massachusetts House of Representatives unanimously passed comprehensive legislation establishing essential consumer data privacy rights, incorporating fully legislation filed and championed by State Representative Kate Lipper-Garabedian (D-Melrose) to establish a blanket ban on the sale of precise, personal geolocation data. In the previous……
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EDITORIAL: Finally, a breakthrough
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on June 12, 2026 According to the State House News Service’s Alison Kuznitz, the number of opioid-related overdose fatalities fell below 1,000 for the first time in more than a decade in 2025, state health officials said last Friday, marking a significant improvement since Massachusetts broke a devastating record……
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Grammy-nominated Moock joins June 21 concert for Democratic hopefuls
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on June 12, 2026 A DYNAMIC LINEUP for the “Fight Back with a Song!” setlist includes (Clockwise, from left) Mark Erelli, Alastair Moock, Kemp Harris, Cosy Sheridan, Ruthann Baler, Tom Smith, The Lied To’s and Les Sampou DEDHAM — Music and activism will come together on Sunday, June……
Lynnfield
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Front Page: June 17, 2026
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Juneteenth commemorated with fifth annual Flag-Raising Ceremony
THE JUNETEENTH FLAG was raised during a moving ceremony hosted by Lynnfield For Love and the North Shore Juneteenth Association on the Town Common on June 13. (Dan Tomasello Photo) By DAN TOMASELLO LYNNFIELD — Seventy-five residents came together to commemorate Juneteenth during a June 13 ceremony on the Town Common. Lynnfield For Love and……
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LHS racist graffiti probe launched; walkout nixed
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on June 17, 2026 By DAN TOMASELLO LYNNFIELD — School officials and educators have once again condemned the latest racist incident impacting Lynnfield Public Schools. Superintendent Tom Geary stated in a June 11 email sent to families that “a racial slur targeting Black people was found written on a… …
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Town holding 250th Celebration Friday through Sunday
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on June 17, 2026 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (DPW) employee Michael Manning affixes a patriotic tree bow on one of 25 trees planted in recognition of Lynnfield’s 250th Celebration. The 25 trees have been planted on various town-owned properties throughout Lynnfield in time for the June 19-21 Celebration. (Jennifer Welter……
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Remembering the 1976 Bicentennial Celebration
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on June 17, 2026 A Looking Back Special In this week’s Looking Back, we take a trip back to June 1976 when the town held a series of Bicentennial events celebrating the 200th anniversary of the United States’ founding. LYNNFIELD — All roads led to Lynnfield as area residents lined……
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Make It Wakefield is live
WAKEFIELD — The Town of Wakefield and the Wakefield Economic Development Council has announced that Make It Wakefield is now live. Make It Wakefield is a collaborative initiative of the Town of Wakefield and the Wakefield Economic Development Council designed to support local businesses, promote economic vitality and showcase the people, places and opportunities that make……
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Juneteenth commemorated with fifth annual Flag-Raising Ceremony
THE JUNETEENTH FLAG was raised during a moving ceremony hosted by Lynnfield For Love and the North Shore Juneteenth Association on the Town Common on June 13. (Dan Tomasello Photo) By DAN TOMASELLO LYNNFIELD — Seventy-five residents came together to commemorate Juneteenth during a June 13 ceremony on the Town Common. Lynnfield For Love and……
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Melrose Urban Garden Tour returns June 20
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on June 12, 2026 MELROSE — The Melrose Farmers’ Market, which opened its season on Thursday, June 11, invites the community to its Urban Garden Tour, a self-guided tour showcasing ten unique gardens throughout Melrose. On Saturday, June 20, visitors will have the opportunity to explore a diverse collection……
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LHS Class of 2026 Award Winners
Lynnfield High School’s Senior Awards Night on June 4 All photos by Dan Tomasello Published in the Lynnfield Villager on June 10, 2026 THE SOCIETY OF WOMEN ENGINEERS Certificates of Merit was presented to, from left, April Sun (highest honors), Nandana Nishanth (high honors) and Elizabeth Morse (high honors). SENIOR ALEXANDRA SCHMIDT proudly……
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RSVP for Historical Society’s annual meeting, members’ dinner
Published in the North Reading Transcript on June 11, 2026 NORTH READING — The North Reading Historical and Antiquarian Society will hold its annual meeting and members’ dinner on Thursday, June 18. The event begins at 5 p.m. with refreshments at the Damon Tavern, followed by a short annual meeting during which new officers will……
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Saying goodbye
Photo published in the Melrose Weekly News on June 5, 2026 THE SCOREBOARD AT Fred Green Memorial Field bids farewell to the Melrose High Class of 2026. (Lisa Lord Photo) https://localheadlinenews.com/class-of-26-steps-into-the-future/ https://localheadlinenews.com/mhs-2026-graduation-supplement/ 2026 MHS Graduation Supplement_16pgs: https://cdn.localheadlinenews.com/localheadlinenews/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Graduation2026-SUP-R.pdf We have switched to a subscription model for online access. Please purchase…