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Academic Accolades

Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026

 

Quinnipiac University commencement

HAMDEN, Conn. — Olivia Abbott of Melrose received a bachelor’s degree in science in marketing from Quinnipiac University during the school’s commencement ceremony in May.

 

Saint Michael’s College dean’s list

COLCHESTER, VT — Local students were named to the dean’s list…

 

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Mystic Valley Elder Services announces new name

Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026

MALDEN — Mystic Valley Elder Services introduced a new name on June 4, at the conclusion of the nonprofit agency’s 50th anniversary year. The organization is now Mystic Valley Aging Services.

“Our new name reflects our mission, which has expanded during our 50-year history,” said…

 

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Friends of NRHS boys’ soccer golf tournament set for Aug. 10

Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026

 

By STEPHEN MARTELLUCCI

NORTH READING — The first-ever Friends of North Reading High boys’ soccer golf tournament will take place on Monday, Aug. 10 at Hillview Golf Course.

The event is a four-man team scramble format and will be a shotgun start that will…

 

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Respecting disability identity

Published in Lynnfield Villager on July 15, 2026

July is Disability Pride Month, a time to celebrate inclusion and to recognize the accomplishments of those who have overcome much more than others have in order to lead full, productive lives.

With the unfortunate rise of stigma and bullying, combined with shrinking access to services and…

 

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Editorial: In support of sports betting awareness

Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 17, 2026

 

A recent survey of 11- to 17-year-old boys by Common Sense Media, a nonprofit that offers resources for families navigating online media, found that around a third gambled in the last year.

In 2023, sports betting became legal in the commonwealth. It is now one of…

 

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Editorial: Emergency blood shortage declared

Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026

The American Red Cross has declared an emergency blood shortage as the blood supply fell nearly 25% in June. Blood donors are urgently needed to give now to help ensure patients receive lifesaving medical care without delay. The shortage is especially serious for platelets and…

 

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Community Calendar…

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SATURDAY, JULY 18
ward-winning Wakefield Farmers Market, Hall Park off of North Avenue, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The market, as always, has something for everyone.

MONDAY, JULY 20
• Chess, McCarthy Senior Center on Converse Street, 10 a.m. Get ready to strategize and socialize! Whether you’re a seasoned grandmaster or just learning the ropes…

 

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Public Meetings…

(Please note: We will no longer include the lengthy Zoom URLs in our list of meetings. If you want to join a meeting remotely, go to the town’s new website — wakefieldma.gov)

MONDAY, JULY 20
Town Council, in-person at the WCAT studio at Wakefield Memorial High with remote access via Zoom, 7 p.m. The…

 

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Editorial: House takes a cut for ballplayers

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A WooSox vs. IronPigs minor league baseball game at Polar Park in Worcester, Massachusetts on June 19, 2021. (Credit: Waz8, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons)

This comes from Colin A. Young of the State House News Service.

As the big leaguers approached the All-Star break, the Massachusetts House last week took its own swing at baseball…

 

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T’s reduced fare program for low income riders is a success


BOSTON – The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) yesterday announced the success of its Income-Eligible Reduced Fare (IERF) Program as the program continues to grow, with enrollment reaching 44,875 riders during the FY26 (July 1, 2025 -June 30, 2026) period. The program has also exceeded the MBTA’s enrollment forecast by about 6%.

With the goal…

 

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Orange Line work coming in August

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IN ORDER TO upgrade tracks and signals, the MBTA will suspend service between Oak Grove and Back Bay from August 20 to August 30. ( File Photograph by Frank Conte)

BOSTON – The MBTA has announced service changes in August on the Orange Line.

Riders can find more information on service changes through in-station signage, in-station…

 

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Wakefield Farmers Market reflects — and looks ahead

TO MARKET MANAGEMENT’S pleasant surprise, every Saturday brings more smiling faces to Hall Park.

WAKEFIELD — The following is a message from the Wakefield Farmers Market.

Each Wednesday, we take a moment to catch our breath after another busy Saturday at the Wakefield Farmers Market. It’s our chance to reflect on the conversations we’ve had…

 

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