A WOMAN walks her dog on the Lower Common. (Mark Sardella Photo)
By MARK SARDELLA
WAKEFIELD – The town will be stepping up efforts to get dog owners to comply with regulations requiring the leashing of canines and picking up dog waste.
Cemetery, Forestry and Parks Supervisor Dennis Fazio appeared before the Town Council last night along with DPW Director Joseph Conway to discuss the matter.
Fazio said…
We have switched to a subscription model for online access.
Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.
HELEN ROSE BLINSTRUB honored for her immense impact on students and family.
MELROSE — Helen Rose Blinstrub passed away on April 1, 2025. Helen was a beloved educator and Principal of Saint Mary’s School in Melrose and is remembered by the immense impact she had on so many students and families. Her giving heart…
We have switched to a subscription model for online access.
Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.
WAKEFIELD – Wakefield Fire Chief Thomas M. Purcell announces the appointment of two new firefighters to the Wakefield Fire Department: David Oliva of 15 Timber Hill Lane, Lynnfield and Alec Passacantili of 16 West Park Drive, Wakefield.
Wakefield Town Clerk Betsy Sheeran swore in the two new permanent firefighters during a brief ceremony in the…
We have switched to a subscription model for online access.
Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.
THE WARCATS celebrate Molly Burns’ game-tying goal late in the 3rd period during their 3-2 OT win over Stoneham last week. (Alicen Encarnacao Racca Photo)
By DAN PAWLOWSKI
STONEHAM — The Wakefield/Wilmington co-op girls’ hockey team stands alone at the top of the Middlesex League Freedom Division after three consecutive wins against their divisional opponents. The…
We have switched to a subscription model for online access.
Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.
ONLY A STONE WALL, steps and a pile of rubble remained early Friday morning following the demolition of three houses on Crescent Street. A new 40-unit apartment building, “Crescent Commons,” will rise in their place. (Andrew McRae Photo)
By MARK SARDELLA
WAKEFIELD — Work on the 40B affordable housing development known as Crescent Commons has begun with the demolition of…
We have switched to a subscription model for online access.
Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.
Passion for woodworking, family trips in Winnebago and loved the Red Sox
WAKEFIELD — Gary W. Hawkes, age 83, of Wakefield passed away on December 16, 2025 at Melrose-Wakefield Hospital. He was born in Melrose on August 7, 1942 and was the son of the late Roy and Janet (Cunha) Hawkes.
Gary was raised and…
We have switched to a subscription model for online access.
Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.
MELROSE — The Melrose MLK Jr. Day of Service Coalition has scheduled events on Sunday, January 18 and Monday, January 19, 2026 to encourage people to honor Dr. King’s legacy by engaging in acts of service and community. All are invited to participate.
On Sunday, January 18, there will be a community potluck and Opening…
We have switched to a subscription model for online access.
Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.
Discounted rates may make them more appealing to customers
MELROSE —In order to encourage the installation of efficient home heat pumps, National Grid is offering reduced winter electric rates if a homeowner has installed a heat pump. The discount applies to Delivery Services portion of the electric bill for the current heating season (Nov. 1…
We have switched to a subscription model for online access.
Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.
NORTH READING — Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is an important call to action. The public is invited to join the North Reading and Reading communities in celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, January 19,
The town of Reading and the Reading Office of Equity and Social Justice will host…
We have switched to a subscription model for online access.
Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.
Passion for woodworking, family trips in Winnebago and loved the Red Sox
