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Lewis backs environmental bond bill

Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 1, 2026

BOSTON—State Senator Jason Lewis joined his colleagues in the Massachusetts Senate to pass the Mass Ready Act, an environmental bond bill that takes action to reduce plastic waste, invest in climate preparedness, and protect natural resources statewide.

The Senate’s legislation supports the removal of “forever…

 

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BREAKING NEWS: Child dies in playground tragedy

MELROSE — Tragedy struck the Winthrop Elementary School community Monday afternoon when three people on the playground were struck by a fallen tree brought down in high winds. Two of the three injured were children. One has died.

Just before 3 p.m., first responders were called to the First Street area and quickly realized the…

 

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Boys Volleyball 2026

Warrior boys’ volleyball reaching new heights under coach Connor Peterson

Boys Volleyball 2026
KIAN CONNORS is helping control the net for Wakefield this season. (Alicen Encarnacao Racca Photo)

By DAN PAWLOWSKI

WAKEFIELD — Progress is hard to quantify. Often times in sports, it’s best to keep it simple. Are you winning more?

The answer for the 2026 Wakefield High boys’ volleyball team is yes. The Warriors earned their third…

 

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Town Meeting: No cuts to school budget

TOWN MEETING last night refused to make last minute cuts to the fiscal year 2027 spending plans of the Wakefield Public Schools and the Health and Human Services Department. (Frank Conte Photo)

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD – A Town Meeting packed with teachers and school supporters last night passed the School Department’s full FY2027 budget request of $58,716,611…

 

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Peter Meuse, 73

Active community member and lifelong Wakefield resident

WAKEFIELD — Peter A. Meuse, age 73 of Wakefield, passed away on Friday, May 1 at Tufts Medical Center in Boston.

He was born in Melrose on March 15, 1953 and was the son of the late Peter and Catherine Meuse.

Peter was a lifelong Wakefield resident and…

 

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John C. Lubinski, 71

Beloved bartender and candlepin bowler

WAKEFIELD — John “Jack” C. Lubinski of Wakefield passed away on March 30, 2026 at the age of 71 at Tufts Medical Center in Boston after a long battle with chronic health issues.

Jack is predeceased by his parents Leonard & Eleanor (Orsini) Lubinski of Waterboro, ME (formerly of Wakefield…

 

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Public invited to forum on mosquito-and tick-borne disease control

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 30, 2026

NORTH READING — The North Reading Health Department and the East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project will co-host a community public health informational and educational presentation on mosquitoes and ticks in the town.

The program, to be held on Thursday, May 20 at 3 p.m. in…

 

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Senior news and activities

Published in the Lynnfield Villager on April 29, 2026

LYNNFIELD — The Senior Center is ready for spring.

Seniors are invited to come to the center to enjoy seasonal programs, activities and community gatherings designed especially for adults 60-years and older. To view the Senior Center’s full newsletter and monthly lunch menu, visit Lynnfield.gov/235/Council-On-Aging.

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Wakefield Sons & Daughters of Italy plan activities and make donations

LODGE MEMBER Jim introduces a film about local hero Michael Marino at the April meeting.

Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 1, 2026

WAKEFIELD — An author event, charitable donations and upcoming activities were the hot topics at the April meeting of the Wakefield Sons & Daughters of Italy.

It was a full…

 

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IRCC celebrates America’s 250th anniversary

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 30, 2026

 

WILMINGTON — The Ipswich River Community Chorus invites audiences to “One Nation, Many Voices: America at 250.” This special program traces the American story through a vibrant tapestry of choral music—from folk traditions, spirituals and contemporary works, to familiar favorites.

Under the direction of…

 

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LHS Class of 2027 has a blast at Boston-themed ‘Post-Prom Party’

Published in the Lynnfield Villager on April 29, 2026

 

THE LYNNFIELD HIGH SCHOOL gymnasium was transformed into Fenway Park and Legends Lounge for the annual Post-Prom Party on April 10. The LHS PTO organized and hosted the event once again. (Courtesy Photo)

LYNNFIELD — Lynnfield High School’s Class of 2027 had their Junior Prom at…

 

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