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Marie Sheppard, 94

Enjoyed reading, knitting and meeting up with friends

WAKEFIELD — Marie (Jacquard) Sheppard, a lifelong resident of Wakefield passed away peacefully at Mary Immaculate in Lawrence on Monday, July 28 at the age of 94.

Marie lived in Wakefield for most of her life.  She raised eight children and was always caring for others…

 

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The Transformation of Wakefield continues

THE FORMER Foundry Street industrial corridor is rapidly turning onto an upscale residential district. (Mark Sardella Photo)

 

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Sports equipment collection and swap this Saturday at Hall Park

The Wakefield Environmental Sustainability Committee is hosting another sports equipment collection and swap this Saturday, Aug. 2 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Hall Park next to the Wakefield Farmer’s Market. The swap collects any gently used sports equipment to be donated and offers used equipment as well. 

Accepted sports equipment includes balls…

 

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First ADU approved under new bylaw

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — At its July meeting, the Zoning Board of Appeals approved the first accessory dwelling unit to be built under the provisions of Wakefield’s new ADU bylaw. 

Annual Town Meeting passed the new ADU bylaw last May to bring the town into compliance with the state’s 2024 Affordable Homes Act…

 

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Free Vacation Bible School at Aldersgate Aug. 18-22

NORTH READING — Aldersgate UMC in North Reading is thrilled to offer “True North VBS” from 9 a.m. to noon for children in preschool through fifth grade Monday, August 18 to Friday, August 22.

Children will engage in songs, crafts, games, Bible stories and snacks all teaching about God’s love for us through Jesus, our…

 

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Town slated to receive $779.8K in Ch. 90 state funding

BOSTON — North Reading is scheduled to receive $779,807.17 in state Chapter 90 funding assistance for local transportation infrastructure as part of a $1.185 billion transportation bond bill supported by House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones, Jr. (R-North Reading).

House Bill 4307, An Act financing long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges, was given preliminary approval…

 

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Sports: July 30, 2025

 

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Take a bow

LYNNFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOLS’ production of “Beetlejuice Jr.” featured a very talented cast taking center stage at the Lynnfield High School auditorium last weekend. From left, Gabriella Moga, Ayla Caldwell, Kendall Burek, Patrick Malone, Aislinn Kleinpeter, Mia Martins, Emine Icin and Mari Andreottola. (Dan Tomasello Photo)

 

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Subdivision construction concerns raised

By DAN TOMASELLO

LYNNFIELD — A group of homeowners and the Planning Board expressed concerns with the way a subdivision is being constructed off of Lowell Street during a recent meeting.

The Planning Board approved the four-lot Vallis Way subdivision in December 2022 as well as a modification to the plan in 2023. Atty. Jesse…

 

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Lynnfield’s Prokopis twins lead Prep to second straight state title

THE PROKOPIS TWINS, Jack and Luke, recently led the St. John’s Prep tennis team to their second consecutive perfect season and state championship. They will play for the Holy Cross tennis team next year. (Courtesy Photo)

By STEPHEN MARTELLUCCI

DANVERS — It was a stellar senior year for the Prokopis twins this spring as the…

 

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Lynnfield High fall sports tryouts are less than three weeks away

 

THE LHS fall sports season officially begins with football tryouts on Aug. 15. All other sports start up the week of Aug. 18. Registration is still open on the Lynnfield High athletics website. (File Photos)

LYNNFIELD — Tryouts for the fall sports season at Lynnfield High are quickly approaching. The season will officially begin with…

 

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