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Golden hour

May 12, 2026

THE TREES of the North Avenue swamp turned gold in the sunrise as we begin seasonal change. (Andrew McRae Photo)

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How Did We Ever Survive? (Part 1)

May 12, 2026

Published in the North Reading Transcript on May 7, 2026

Every day or so, I read about another study that proves beyond all doubt that something we do is going to kill us. We’re all doomed if we continue to ignore the warnings about toxins and foods and activities…

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EDITORIAL: Micromobility needs rules

May 12, 2026

Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 8, 2026

Sometimes you have to shake your head in wonder at how brazen people are when they zip by you on an e-bike or a souped-up scooter. In Boston, they’re all over the place, delivering food, messages, packages, whatever, with total disregard for themselves and often…

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Warrior softball extends winning streak to five with victories over Reading, Melrose and Lexington

May 12, 2026

By DAN PAWLOWSKI

WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield High softball team pushed their winning streak to five games and their overall record to 11-3 with an impressive stretch of Middlesex League victories over Reading, Melrose and Lexington.

The Warriors are now ranked No. 15 in Div. 2 with six games remaining in the regular season.

Wakefield’s 4-0…

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Memorial Day events coming

May 12, 2026

WAKEFIELD — The public is invited to attend the Town of Wakefield Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 25, 2026, at 1 p.m. This outdoor ceremony is on the Veterans Memorial (Upper) Common in front of the World War II Memorial. To mark this special year, the theme for the Memorial Day Ceremony is “Fighting…

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Boys & Girls Club of Metro North announces opening of newly renovated Hall Memorial Pool in Stoneham

May 12, 2026

Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 8, 2026

DESPITE RENOVATIONS, BGCMN is committed to keeping the pool accessible and affordable, though community support and donations are critical to operations.

STONEHAM — The Boys & Girls Club of Metro North (BGCMN), in partnership with the Department of Conservation and Recreation, is announcing the upcoming…

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A day of fun on the links awaits golfers at Chamber’s annual tourney on May 18

May 12, 2026

Published in the North Reading Transcript on May 7, 2026

By NEIL ZOLOT

NORTH READING — The annual charity golf tournament of the Reading-North Reading Chamber of Commerce will be held on Monday, May 18 at the Hillview Golf Course 149 North St.

It is one of the Chamber’s signature events with proceeds benefitting…

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TM likes senior tax relief exploration article

May 12, 2026

Published in the Lynnfield Villager on May 6, 2026
By DAN TOMASELLO

LYNNFIELD — Voters overwhelmingly expressed interest in the town exploring the provision of property tax relief for seniors by approving a citizens’ petition during Spring Town Meeting on April 28.

Newly elected Board of Assessors member Alan Dresios, who created the citizens’ petition…

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Walton students, staff, volunteers honored at Celebration of Learning

May 11, 2026

FIVE FOURTH grade students at the Walton School were recognized at WEF’s Celebration of Learning. Pictured above: Walton Principal Brian Schmitt, WEF President Jamee Paolillo and Superintendent Doug Lyons with 4th grade student honorees Madalyn Elizabeth Ryan, Libby Trachtenberg, Liam Murphy and Franklin Butterworth.

WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield Educational Foundation recently celebrated Walton School students…

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School Committee and volleyball this week at WCAT

May 11, 2026

WAKEFIELD — Tonight at 6, a WCAT intern and a volunteer will cover the Division 2 Wakefield Warriors boys’ volleyball match against the Division 1 Woburn Tanners. This game will not be livestreamed but will be uploaded to WCAT’s YouTube channel as soon as possible.

Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., the Wakefield Independence Day Committee will…

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Annual Floral Way Festival is Saturday

May 11, 2026

Rain or shine at the Hartshorne House, 9 a.m. to noon

WAKEFIELD — Saint Joseph School (Wakefield) welcomed Magaga Enos, a teacher from Tembea Academy, as a part of its…

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Saint Joseph School students raise over $2,000

May 11, 2026

WAKEFIELD — Saint Joseph School (Wakefield) welcomed Magaga Enos, a teacher from Tembea Academy, as a part of its Battle of the Bills student fundraiser. The students drew from his infectious energy, while learning about Kenyan culture and the incredible mission of his school, which works to provide a high-quality education for girls—a rarity in…

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