Wakefield
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New ‘Blue Star’ license plate coming for families of fallen officers
Published in the Wakefield Daily Item on July 16, 2026 GOV. MAURA HEALEY hands a pen to Frank Frederickson, director of governmental affairs for the Massachusetts Fraternal Order of Police, after signing a bill that establishes a “Blue Star Families” license plate for family members of officers killed in the line of duty on……
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Front Page: July 16, 2026
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Rivian showroom coming to MarketStreet
THE RIVIAN R1S seats seven people and is the company’s flagship, three-row electric SUV. A showroom will be coming to MarketStreet in Lynnfield. By DAN TOMASELLO LYNNFIELD — A new Rivian Automotive, Inc. showroom is coming to MarketStreet Lynnfield. Rivian Senior Counsel Bryan Rhie said during a recent Select Board meeting that the electric vehicle……
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Throwback Thursday, 1900
SEVERAL MAJOR FIRES plagued the town at the turn of the 20th century, including the “Old Rink Building fire” on July 21, 1900. Today’s Throwback photo shows the ruins of that fire. Built during the rollerskating craze of the mid to late 19th century, the old rink stood near the corner of Main and Crescent……
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More endorsements for office hopefuls
The following releases were submitted by candidates’ office staff, campaign staff or support groups. Local officials across 5th Middlesex back Lipper-Garabedian MELROSE – State Representative Kate Lipper-Garabedian’s campaign for the 5th Middlesex District State Senate seat has earned the support of 35 local elected officials across the District, including members of Select Boards, City and……
North Reading
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Youth clinics in golf, field hockey, volleyball and flag football
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 NORTH READING — North Reading Parks and Recreation is your nonprofit community resource for fitness and fun! Your participation and investment support low-cost programming for all ages and improvements to our parks and playgrounds. Register today for the following programs listed below online at northreadingma.gov/parks-recreation……
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CIT’s Youth Substance Use Prevention Coalition recognizes key allies
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 DFC DIRECTOR Amy Luckiewicz presented Dr. Cathy O’Connell with the 2026 Wellness Champion Award. The former principal of North Reading Middle School has left the district to become the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning in the Gloucester Public Schools. (Courtesy Photo) ……
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A cheerful tribute to a friend whose presence at IRP is missed
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 APPRECIATIVE FRIENDS of Richard Giordano the now retired official caretaker of Ipswich River Park gathered on Friday to dedicate a handsome tree in the park to him. From left to right: Ellen Wiklanski with Yaz, Phil Cormier holding Emma, Lauren McMullen with Rebel, Claudette……
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NRHS 4th quarter honor roll announced
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 NORTH READING — North Reading High School Principal Dr. Miriam Meyer has announced the honor roll for the fourth marking quarter of the 2025-26 school year HIGH HONORS 9th Grade Kathleen Anselmo, Anastasia Atsalis, Allison Attwood, Elida Bajrami, Corrina Benedict, Emma Berkley, Isabella Bouchard……
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Maya Ortiz Legacy Foundation to host Trotting in Teal July 18 at IRP
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 CELEBRATING their years of friendship at last year’s Trotting in Teal event were (from left): Mia Benecke, Maya Ortiz, Lauren Feffer and Brianna Aalto. The Maya Ortiz Legacy Foundation will host the 2nd annual Trotting in Teal fundraiser in Maya’s memory this Saturday, July……
Melrose
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Lewis holds virtual office hours Monday
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026 BOSTON—State Senator Jason Lewis will be holding virtual office hours on Monday, July 20, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. This will be the senator’s final office hours before a brief summer hiatus. Office hours will resume with Virtual Office Hours in September 2026. Any……
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Delegation gets $250K for city priorities
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026 BOSTON—State Senator Jason Lewis and State Representative Kate Lipper-Garabedian have secured $250,000 for various local priorities in Melrose as part of the Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) Massachusetts state budget. Within the FY27 budget, Lewis and Lipper-Garabedian secured funding for the following projects in Melrose: ……
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Faithful readers
Photo published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026 THE FRANKLIN FAMILY brought the Melrose Weekly News to Yellowstone! (Photo courtesy of Steve Franklin) We have switched to a subscription model for online access. Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.Subscribe Now!
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13th Annual Summer Stroll returns next week
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026 SAM CHETKIN WILL be among the performers at the Chamber’s Summer Stroll, the annual event highlighting a vibrant Melrose business district with walking streets, showcasing local businesses and summer vibes. The following was submitted by the Melrose Chamber of Commerce. MELROSE — The……
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Updates from City Hall
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026 MELROSE — The City of Melrose is sharing the following updates for the upcoming week: Hot weather tips & resources As hot summer weather continues, keep in mind that several public amenities are available most days for cooling off or taking shelter in the……
Lynnfield
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Rivian showroom coming to MarketStreet Lynnfield
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on July 15, 2026 RIVIAN AUTOMOTIVE INC. will be opening a new showroom at the old Capital One location at MarketStreet Lynnfield. (Dan Tomasello Photo) By DAN TOMASELLO LYNNFIELD — A new Rivian Automotive, Inc. showroom is coming to MarketStreet Lynnfield. Rivian Senior Counsel Bryan Rhie said……
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Board of Library Trustees vacancy applications
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on July 15, 2026 LYNNFIELD — The deadline for residents to apply for a vacancy on the Lynnfield Public Library Board of Trustees is Monday, July 20. Interested residents can apply by filling out the volunteer application form found at https://www.lynnfieldma.gov/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/228 and bringing it to the Town Administrator’s Office or……
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Lynnfield teens have amazing time performing at North Shore Music Theatre
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on July 15, 2026 LYNNFIELD — Two Lynnfield teenagers are getting a unique opportunity to be part of a professional musical theatre production at North Shore Music Theatre in Beverly. Alexandra D’Onofrio and Ronika Salehian are part of the youth choir performing in North Shore Music Theatre’s production of……
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Beacon Hill Roll Call published July 15, 2026
Published in the Lynnfield Villager Volume 51 – Report No. 28 July 6-10, 2026 THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call reports local representatives’ and senators’ votes on roll calls from the week of July 6-10. During the week of July 6-10, the House met for a total of ten hours……
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Looking Back in the pages of the Villager
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on July 15, 2026 JULY 14, 1976 Déjà vu: Last Thursday’s Special Town Meeting approved two warrant articles that authorized the town’s purchase of the Rideout property on South Common Street in the proper manner. While it initially appeared that the 198-voter quorum requirement would not be reached, the Special……
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Throwback Thursday, 1900
SEVERAL MAJOR FIRES plagued the town at the turn of the 20th century, including the “Old Rink Building fire” on July 21, 1900. Today’s Throwback photo shows the ruins of that fire. Built during the rollerskating craze of the mid to late 19th century, the old rink stood near the corner of Main and Crescent……
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Faithful readers
Photo published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026 THE FRANKLIN FAMILY brought the Melrose Weekly News to Yellowstone! (Photo courtesy of Steve Franklin) We have switched to a subscription model for online access. Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.Subscribe Now!
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Summertime fun!
Photo published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 ENJOYING THE rock and blues music of The White Street Band at last Wednesday’s summer BBQ and concert at Ipswich River Park were members of the Wade family (from left): Charlotte, 5, mom Jill, and Emma, 7, with their cousins, Gianna, 7, and……
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Assessment: LMS needs more staff
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on July 15, 2026 LYNNFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL Acting Principal/Assistant Superintendent Adam Federico gives Matt DeTore a fist bump on the last day of school on June 22. (Michael Foley Photo) By DAN TOMASELLO LYNNFIELD — During a recent School Committee meeting, Assistant Superintendent Adam Federico gave an overview……
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EDITORIAL: In praise of the ‘blue envelope’ program
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 10, 2026 Everyone will be much safer now that legislators and Gov. Maura Healey have created law designed to help those with autism. State Senator Jason Lewis and State Representative Kate Lipper-Garabedian joined their colleagues in the Legislature to establish a permanent, statewide “blue envelope” program, giving……
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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……