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MBS Women’s Guild hosting ‘Margaritaville’ banquet May 19
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 8, 2026 WAKEFIELD — The Most Blessed Sacrament’s Women’s Guild is holding its end of year banquet on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6 p.m. This year’s theme is ‘Margaritaville’, so grab your beachy or Hawaiian-style attire and come join in the fun. The evening will begin with……
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Upcoming Memorial Day ceremonies and observances
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 8, 2026 Join the community for events, volunteer opportunities MELROSE — The City of Melrose has announced the official schedule of Memorial Day week ceremonies and observances. The Melrose community is invited to join in honoring members of the military who lost their lives in service to……
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Inspirational reminder
Photo published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 8, 2026 FLOWERS ARE COMING alive at the Honor Roll monument on Main Street, nature’s way of highlighting the sacrifices made in American wars by our heroic Melrosians. (Photo by Raj Das, edphotos.com) We have switched to a subscription model for online access. Please…
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Lewis honored by Housing Families as a 2026 Housing Hero
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 8, 2026 JASON LEWIS has championed fair housing protections and critical investments in affordable and public housing, while prioritizing policies that expand access to stable homes for those who need them most. BOSTON—State Senator Jason Lewis was recognized by the non-profit Housing Families as a 2026……
Sports
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Melrose Mixed Doubles Tennis Open May 16
Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 8, 2026 MELROSE—The Melrose Mixed Doubles Tennis Open takes place on Saturday, May 16 (rain date: Sunday, May 17) at the Tremont Street Tennis Courts. Matches use an 8 Game Pro-Set format, with two draws available: an Open Draw for all ages and skill levels, and a……
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Melrose Athlete of the Week featured May 8, 2026
Emme Boyer Senior Girls’ outdoor track THIS WEEK’S Melrose High Athlete of the Week had a record-breaking week for the Melrose High girls’ track team, helping lead Melrose to a gold medal finish as a team at the MSTCA Div. 3 Relay Meet on Saturday. Senior Emme Boyer broke a meet record with her……
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UPDATE: Lacrosse girls fall short to Lexington following three straight wins
https://localheadlinenews.com/melrose-high-school-sports-updates-post-publication-may-8-2026/ Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 8, 2026 Lacrosse girls are riding a 3-game winning streak THE MELROSE High girls’ lacrosse team is on a winning streak thanks in part to their seniors. Pictured top left: Keira Brophy, Sophie O’Carroll, Kayla Good, Addy Healy, Bella Ferranti, Sherrine Driggs Brooks,……
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Melrose tennis girls could take league
https://localheadlinenews.com/melrose-high-school-sports-updates-post-publication-may-8-2026/ Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 8, 2026 Twin wins keep them unbeaten in Freedom division THE MELROSE High girls tennis team remains unbeaten in the Freedom League. (photo by Raj Das, edphotos.com) By JENNIFER GENTILE MELROSE—After an April vacation break, the Melrose High girls’ tennis team……
Obituaries
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Thomas E. Smith Sr., 82
Computer sciences pioneer, world traveler Posted on May 7, 2026 METHUEN — Thomas E. Smith Sr., 82, of Methuen, formerly of Stoneham, passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at his home. Born on August 23, 1943, in Boston, Tom was one of four children of the late Hugh P. and Helena (née McFarland) Smith……
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Florence Lundstrom, 104
Businesswoman and matriarch lived a love story and saw the world Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 8, 2026 MELROSE — Florence Cecilia (Puim) Lundstrom, of Melrose and South Yarmouth, passed away peacefully at home in Melrose on Friday, April 24, 2026, at the age of 104. Born in Boston in 1921, she……
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Salmon W. Putnam V, 74
Passions included family, hockey, fishing, golf Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 8, 2026 MELROSE — It is with great sadness that we announce the loss of Salmon W. Putnam V (Sammy), age 74, on Friday, May 1, 2026. Sammy, formerly of Winchester, MA and Popponesset, MA, passed away while surrounded by his……