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Auto theft reported

May 28, 2026

WAKEFIELD — Police are investigating the theft of an automobile from a driveway on Charles Street early this morning. The residents called police just after 3:30 a.m. and reported that when they got up for work a short time earlier they noticed that their 2023 Acura MDX was missing from their driveway.

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Brackets are officially set for spring sports teams

May 28, 2026

THE SOFTBALL team will host a Div. 2 first round game on Monday, 4 p.m. at Meghan Burnett Field at Blatz Park against the preliminary round winner of Bedford vs. Putnam Tech. (Alicen Encarnacao Racca Photo)

WAKEFIELD — The state tournament has arrived at Wakefield Memorial High School.

All nine spring sports teams in Wakefield have…

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Take part in ‘Indivisible’ protest events

May 28, 2026

Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 29, 2026

A DETERMINED group of citizens opposed to policies of the Trump administration gather every Saturday morning in front of City Hall.

MELROSE — Indivisible in Melrose Wakefield & Beyond is hosting several events per week currently.

Every Saturday at Melrose City Hall from 10 a.m…

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Melrose Athletes of the Week featured May 29, 2026

May 28, 2026

Melrose Unified Basketball Team

THIS WEEK’S Melrose High Athlete(s) of the Week competed mightily against league rivals in the Sixth Annual Unified Basketball Hoopapalooza, hosted by Wakefield High on May 22. Amid challenging skies, the Melrose contingent saved their best for last against league rivals such as Winchester, Lexington and of course, the Warriors.

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Throwback Thursday, 1968

May 28, 2026

WITH THE FOURTH of July just weeks away, local organizations are busy behind the scenes building floats for this year’s Independence Day Parade. Today’s Throwback photo from 1968 was taken by Item photographer Joe Hakey. Pictured is the Wakefield Lions Club parade entry, which won First Prize for outstanding float that year. Back then, the…

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More School Choice seats coming to WMHS

May 28, 2026

By NEIL ZOLOT

WAKEFIELD – Just after a vote to approve an amended version of School Choice, the School Committee elevated member Kevin Piskadlo from vice chairman to chairman at their meeting Tuesday, May 26. It was the first time all members were in attendance since the Town Election.

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Girls’ tennis team defeats Doherty 3-2 in state tournament opener

May 28, 2026

THE WAKEFIELD girls’ tennis team won a thrilling 3-2 match against Doherty in a Div. 2 preliminary round meeting on Tuesday at the Dobbins Courts. (Courtesy Photo)

WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield High girls’ tennis team won a thrilling, 3-2 preliminary round state tournament match against Doherty on Tuesday at the Dobbins Courts.

The 27th-ranked Warriors…

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What’s the Buzz?

May 28, 2026

Published in the North Reading Transcript on May 28, 2026

NORTH READING — Have you heard the latest buzz? Sharing the details of your NR event or meeting is easy via [email protected]. Deadline: Mondays at 5 p.m.

Public meetings: Agendas of public boards must be posted at least 48 hours in advance on the town…