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Real Estate Transactions, April 29, 2024

April 29, 2024

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Blossoms at the Beebe draws hundreds to Wakefield’s Library

April 29, 2024

By GAIL LOWE

WAKEFIELD—Everything was coming up roses at the Beebe Library’s signature event, Blossoms at the Beebe on Saturday night, April 27 when up to 300 people…

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Boys’ track tames Wildcats, improves to 3-0

April 29, 2024

WILMINGTON — The Wakefield High boys’ track and field team traveled to Wilmington on Wednesday and improved to 3-0 with a 82-54 victory over the Wildcats.

The Warriors…

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Jean Landrigan, 91

April 29, 2024

An accomplished rider of horses

GLOUCESTER – Jean A. (Drinkwater) Landrigan, 91 of Gloucester, formerly of Wakefield, passed away peacefully in her sleep Tuesday morning, April 23 at Beverly Hospital.

She was the wife of the late Capt. George E. Landrigan. Born in Wakefield, she was the daughter of the late Frank P. and Olga…

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Town Meeting voters face zoning, budget articles

April 29, 2024

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — Zoning-related articles are expected to generate the most interest at the 2024 Annual Town Meeting, which gets underway tonight at 7 p.m. in the auditorium at the Galvin Middle School. In all, voters will face a Town Meeting warrant with 23 articles.

Articles 17 and 18 relate to the town’s…

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Front Page: April 26, 2024

April 26, 2024

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Outdoor dining will continue

April 26, 2024

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — Summer is coming as reflected in some of the business before the Town Council this week.

The board authorized Town Administrator Stephen P. Maio to approve outdoor dining in areas where sufficient sidewalk space is available. It was noted that outdoor restaurant seating during the COVID pandemic proved popular…

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WEF honors Central Office team with the Impact Award

April 26, 2024

PICTURED FROM THE left: WEF Co-Presidents Cary Mazzone and Melissa Holmes; WPS Business Administrator Christine Bufagna; Impact Award Recipients Carol Duncan, Lisa Melanson and Deidre Sandonato; Assistant Superintendent Kara Mauro; and Superintendent Doug Lyons.

WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield Educational Foundation hosted its 28th annual Celebration of Learning on Wednesday, April 10. WEF celebrated students, staff…

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Sports: April 26, 2024

April 26, 2024

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Bats comes alive for Warriors in lopsided wins over Watertown, Winchester

April 26, 2024

TYLOR ROYCROFT has led the way in Wakefield’s recent offensive surge. The captain had 3 RBI hits in Wakefield’s win over Winchester on Wednesday. (Dan Pawlowski File Photo)

By CHARLES GAGNE

WINCHESTER — The bats have come alive for the Wakefield Warrior baseball team over their last two games in which they’ve scored a total of…

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Wakefield softball earns impressive 10-3 win over Winchester

April 26, 2024

KATHRYN SLISKI continued her strong season at the plate and on the mound against Winchester on Wednesday. She got the win in the circle against the Red Black, allowing just 2 hits and striking out 8 in 6 innings. (Dan Pawlowski File Photo)

WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield High softball team earned their second consecutive victory…

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City-Wide Yard Sale: Register to host a sale

April 26, 2024

MELROSE — Want to declutter, downsize or make some extra cash while contributing to a greener community? Look no further. The Melrose City-Wide Yard Sale returns on May 18. Sponsored by Lend and Mend and Zero Waste Melrose, this event encourages neighbors to connect, shop and reduce waste. The City-Wide Yard Sale is a chance to…

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