Front Page - Local Headline News

Food and fun at Giacomo’s will help our veterans

October 23, 2025

MELROSE — The Gately Funeral Home will again be doing its part to raise money for the Melrose Veterans Relief Fund. You’ll have a fun and tasty time helping staff reach their goal of $5,000 in donations in the process.

On Monday, November 4 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., join the Gatelys as they…

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

Food and fun at Giacomo’s will help our veterans Read More

Melrose has a Halloween Dog Paw-rade

October 23, 2025

MELROSE — Get ready for a spooktacular good time at the Melrose Dog Society’s Halloween Dog Paw-rade! Join us on Sunday, October 26 starting at 11 a.m. for a frightfully fun event that’s all about our furry friends. We’ll be parading through East Knoll Field in our best Halloween costumes, so get creative and show…

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

Melrose has a Halloween Dog Paw-rade Read More

UPDATE: Boys’ soccer shuts out Essex Tech and edges Pentucket for fifth straight victory

October 23, 2025

Post publication update:
North Reading defeats Pentucket 2-1 (Oct. 27)
North Reading defeats Essex Tech 2-0 (Oct. 23)

Published October 23, 2025

Boys’ soccer conquers Generals for third straight win

By STEPHEN MARTELLUCCI

DYLAN O’DRISCOLL stopped a penalty kick to preserve a 2-1 win over Hamilton-Wenham on Tuesday, following two shutout victories

…

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

UPDATE: Boys’ soccer shuts out Essex Tech and edges Pentucket for fifth straight victory Read More

UPDATE: Girls’ soccer extends unbeaten streak to ten games

October 23, 2025

Post publication update:
North Reading defeats Essex Tech 4-0 (Oct. 23)

Published October 23, 2025

Girls’ soccer extends unbeaten streak to nine games

By STEPHEN MARTELLUCCI

TAYLOR OSTERLIND (second from right) pictured here celebrating her goal against Lynnfield on Oct. 14 with her teammates, scored the game-tying goal in a

…

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

UPDATE: Girls’ soccer extends unbeaten streak to ten games Read More

UPDATE: Field hockey team edges Essex Tech 3-2 following hard-fought tie on Senior Night

October 23, 2025

Published October 23, 2025

Field hockey team earns hard-fought tie on Senior Night

By STEPHEN MARTELLUCCI

THE NRHS field hockey seniors were honored before a 1-1 tie against Hamilton-Wenham on Monday. Pictured from left to right is Lucia Mini, Alaina Driscoll, Natalia Panousos, Thea Panousos, Sophia El-Sheikh, Josie Lambert and Ella Donovan. (Eric Evans

…

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

UPDATE: Field hockey team edges Essex Tech 3-2 following hard-fought tie on Senior Night Read More

UPDATE: Spikers defeat Masco and Triton following sweep over Georgetown on Senior Night

October 23, 2025

Post publication update:
North Reading defeats Masconomet 3-2 (Oct. 24)
North Reading defeats Triton 3-0 (Oct. 23)

Published October 23, 2025

Spikers sweep Georgetown 3-0 on Senior Night

By STEPHEN MARTELLUCCI

THE SENIORS were honored before the volleyball team’s 3-0 win over Georgetown on Oct. 15. Pictured from left to right

…

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

UPDATE: Spikers defeat Masco and Triton following sweep over Georgetown on Senior Night Read More

Gerber, Romanski represent Hornets at Div. 3 North Sectionals

October 23, 2025

NORTH READING was well-represented at the Div. 3 North Sectional Tournament held at Far Corner Golf in Boxford on October. 15. Pictured from left to right is Leo Romanski (16th, 83), Conrad Gerber (10th, 81) and coach Jon Kiniry. (Courtesy Photo)

BOXFORD — Leo Romanski and Conrad Gerber were the two North Reading High golf…

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

Gerber, Romanski represent Hornets at Div. 3 North Sectionals Read More

Football senior spotlight: Nick Torra

October 23, 2025

NICK TORRA

By DAN ZIMMERMAN

In high school football, it is common practice for high-caliber athletes to play both sides of the ball, offense and defense. It requires a great deal of skill and versatility to excel as a two-way player.

North Reading’s Nick Torra, 18, is one of those all-around athletes who…

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

Football senior spotlight: Nick Torra Read More

UPDATE: Hornets handle Pentucket 47-28 following tough loss to Amesbury in battle of unbeatens

October 23, 2025

Post publication update:
North Reading defeats Pentucket 47-28 (Oct. 24)

JASON BERRY celebrates a first down with linemen Glenn Mello (No. 52) and CJ Humber (No. 54). Berry rushed for 96 yards and a TD and threw for 183 yards and 2 TDs in NR’s game against Amesbury on Friday night. (Alicen Encarnacao

…

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

UPDATE: Hornets handle Pentucket 47-28 following tough loss to Amesbury in battle of unbeatens Read More

Christopher’s obtains All-Alcohol license

October 23, 2025

By MAUREEN DOHERTY

NORTH READING — Christopher’s Market at 6 Washington St., was successful in obtaining an All-Alcohol off-premises license from the Select Board following a public hearing Monday night.

The request from Divyaansh Inc. (dba Christopher’s Market) sought a change of classification from the current wine and malt liquor license held by the establishment…

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

Christopher’s obtains All-Alcohol license Read More

Homecoming Hustle on Saturday honors memory of Janet (Connolly) O’Neill

October 23, 2025

By MAUREEN DOHERTY

EVERETT — In celebration of Homecoming Weekend 2025, the city of Everett is welcoming back the Homecoming Hustle 5K Run/Walk this Saturday, October 25.

This year’s 5K is dedicated to the memory of Mrs. Janet (Connolly) O’Neill, late of North Reading. An Everett native, Janet was the beloved former Assistant Principal of…

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

Homecoming Hustle on Saturday honors memory of Janet (Connolly) O’Neill Read More

Senior Citizens Thanksgiving Dinner at Teresa’s Nov. 23

October 23, 2025

NORTH READING — North Reading Senior Citizens are invited to attend the annual Thanksgiving Dinner at Teresa’s Functions & Events located at 20 Elm St. in North Reading on Sunday, November 23 beginning at 1 p.m. Doors will open at 12:30 p.m., and dinner service begins at 1 p.m.