Wakefield
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Water main work on West Side Sunday night
Published in the Wakefield Daily Item on July 24, 2026 WAKEFIELD — On Sunday evening, July 26, crews will replace a water main near the intersection of Prospect and Emerson Streets. Work will be performed overnight with anticipated hours from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. The work will include roadway milling, the installation of water main……
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Standing for freedom
Published in the Wakefield Daily Item on July 24, 2026 LADY LIBERTY joins the Saturday morning protest at Main and Water streets. (Photo courtesy of Bronwyn Della Volpe) 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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Front Page: July 24, 2026
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Great night on the plaza
Published in the Wakefield Daily Item on July 24, 2026 THE BEEBE LIBRARY’S Plaza Jazz series continued Thursday, July 23 with the Late Risers providing awesome music. (Miriam Morales Photo) 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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New WMHS is on time, on budget
Published in the Wakefield Daily Item on July 24, 2026 By NEIL ZOLOT WAKEFIELD — School Superintendent Doug Lyons and Facilities Director Tim O’Brien reported the new high school will be ready for use Tuesday, January 5, at the School Committee meeting Tuesday, July 21. “We are on budget and on time,” Lyons said. “We……
North Reading
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Music in the Park
Photo published in the North Reading Transcript on July 23, 2026 100-YEAR-OLD Stanley Robinson and his daughter Carrie Feeney enjoyed the folk and classic rock music of Knock on Wood, comprised of the duo of Howie Newman and Joe Kessler, at a recent BBQ at Ipswich River Park. Mr. Robinson, who will turn 101……
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Mystic Valley Elder Services announces name change
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 23, 2026 MALDEN — After recently concluding its 50th anniversary year, Mystic Valley Elder Services has introduced a new name and logo. The nonprofit organization is now known as Mystic Valley Aging Services. “Our new name reflects our mission, which has expanded during our 50-year history,” explained……
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NRHS discipline, attendance, course credit changes
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 23, 2026 By NEIL ZOLOT NORTH READING — The School Committee approved changes to the High School Student Handbook that will clarify policies on attendance, course credit and discipline, during their video-conference only meeting Monday, July 20. “We’re trying to be clearer,” Assistant Principal BarriAnn Alonzo said……
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Veterans group seeks volunteer board member with marketing experience
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 23, 2026 The Friends of North Reading Veterans is seeking a dedicated volunteer with marketing, communications, or public relations experience to join our organization and help expand awareness of our mission and programs. If you have experience with social media, community outreach, fundraising campaigns, graphic design, or……
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FY27 budget includes increased aid for town projects
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 23, 2026 BOSTON — The House and Senate have approved a $63.4 billion state budget for Fiscal Year 2027 that includes $200,000 in state funding assistance for North Reading projects and additional local aid for the town. Gov. Maura Healey signed the budget July 9 as Chapter 137……
Melrose
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Knock on Wood show to benefit Pantry of Hope Aug. 2
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 24, 2026 HOWIE NEWMAN of Melrose (left) and Joe Kessler, a.k.a. Knock on Wood, will play an outdoor benefit concert for Pantry of Hope on Sunday, Aug. 2, at the First Baptist Church in Melrose. MELROSE — Howie Newman, a longtime Melrose resident, and Joe Kessler, also……
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What’s happening at First Baptist Church
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 24, 2026 MELROSE — First Baptist Church, 561 Main Street, will welcome Knock on Wood playing its sixth annual community fundraiser concert on Sunday, August 2 from 6-7:30 p.m. on the church lawn. Longtime Melrose resident Howie Newman and Joe Kessler, also known as Knock on Wood……
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Congresswoman Katherine Clark endorses Vote Yes For a Safe Massachusetts
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 24, 2026 BOSTON — On Tuesday, July 21, Congresswoman Katherine Clark (MA-05) endorsed Vote Yes for a Safe Massachusetts, the campaign working to uphold the Commonwealth’s 2024 gun reform law against efforts to repeal it this November. “I’m proud that Massachusetts is a national leader when it……
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EDITORIAL: Heading back up
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 24, 2026 Whiplashing gasoline prices are doing nothing good for our summer plans. The Westwood office of AAA Northeast reported Monday that the average price per gallon is back above $4 after showing some signs of stabilizing lower than that. Last week, Northeast gasoline prices spiked back……
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Orange Line work coming in August
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 24, 2026 BOSTON – The MBTA has announced service changes in August on the Orange Line. Riders can find more information on service changes through in-station signage, in-station public announcements, and at mbta.com/PlannedWork. Transit Ambassadors and MBTA staff will be available on-site to offer information and assistance……
Lynnfield
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‘Concerts on the Common’ thru July 29
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on July 22, 2026 LYNNFIELD — Lynnfield Rotary’s Concerts on the Common will continue taking place through Wednesday, July 29. Rick Desanctis will be performing from 6-8 p.m. on the Town Common on Wednesday, July 22. Wildfire will be playing from 6-8 p.m. on the Town Common on Wednesday, July……
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Front Page: July 22, 2026
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Checkmate
Published in the July 22, 2026 edition of the Lynnfield Villager BUDDIES Zachary Silo (left) and William Schedin had a blast playing chess during Lynnfield Community Schools’ recent Chess Wizards camp. (Courtesy Photo) We have switched to a subscription model for online access. Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.Subscribe…
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DA’s report on fatal wrong-way crash
Published in the July 22, 2026 edition of the Lynnfield Villager STATE TROOPER KEVIN TRAINOR LYNNFIELD — The Office of Essex County District Attorney Paul F. Tucker on July 15 released a summary and statement regarding the investigation into the fatal crash on Route 1 in Lynnfield that occurred on May 6, 2026. That… …
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Dr. Amante-Jackson Q&A canceled
Published in the July 22, 2026 edition of the Lynnfield Villager By DAN TOMASELLO LYNNFIELD — Racial equity consultant Dr. Darnisa Amante-Jackson’s question-and-answer session about her recently released Lynnfield Public Schools report that was scheduled to take place on Monday, July 20 on Zoom teleconference has been canceled. The School Department hired Dr. Amante-Jackson in……
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Great night on the plaza
Published in the Wakefield Daily Item on July 24, 2026 THE BEEBE LIBRARY’S Plaza Jazz series continued Thursday, July 23 with the Late Risers providing awesome music. (Miriam Morales Photo) 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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UPDATED: Route 62 / Elm Street Paving and Detour TODAY, TOMORROW, and MONDAY
Town News & Announcements Posted on July 21, 2026 | Last Updated on July 23, 2026 A significant traffic detour for Elm Street heading westbound will be in effect again today (Thursday, July 23rd), Friday, July 24th, and Monday, July 27th from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM due to road construction. These detours remain in……
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The City Hall Update
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 24, 2026 MELROSE — The City of Melrose is sharing the following updates for the upcoming week: Road closures for July 24 Summer Stroll In partnership with the City of Melrose, the Melrose Chamber of Commerce will host the 13th Annual Summer Stroll on Friday, July 24……
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‘Concerts on the Common’ thru July 29
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on July 22, 2026 LYNNFIELD — Lynnfield Rotary’s Concerts on the Common will continue taking place through Wednesday, July 29. Rick Desanctis will be performing from 6-8 p.m. on the Town Common on Wednesday, July 22. Wildfire will be playing from 6-8 p.m. on the Town Common on Wednesday, July……
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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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Renovation Done Right commendation: 85 East St.
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026 85 EAST STREET in 2013. This is from Historic Melrose, a new Melrose Historical Society focused on preserving, educating and promoting the rich history of Melrose including the celebration of our phenomenal architecture. The beautiful but modest house at 85 East St. was……