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Concetta Longo

December 12, 2023

Loved riding bikes, enjoyed day trips to the beach and shopping

WAKEFIELD — Concetta “Connie” Ann Longo passed away peacefully on December 11. She was born in Wakefield on May 15, 1924 where she lived her entire life. Connie’s parents, John and Francesca Ciccarella, immigrated from Italy on April 20, 1914 via the SS Canopic…

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Council denies request to fly pro-life flag

December 12, 2023

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD – The Town Council last night voted to deny a request from a local resident asking to fly a pro-life flag from the second flagpole at the Americal Civic Center during the last two weeks of December. The vote was 7-0.

“I would like to request that the town of Wakefield…

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Real Estate Transactions: December 11, 2023

December 11, 2023

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Cheryl Russo exhibits in ‘The Art of the Possible”

December 11, 2023

For local artist, anything is possible

WAKEFIELD — Cheryl Russo, an artist associated with the Horizon House on Water Street, took part in an exhibit recently at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.

Here’s her story, in her words:

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Crowd greets Santa’s arrival

December 11, 2023

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD – With temperatures in the mid-50s, scores of children and families gathered on the Common early Saturday afternoon. Some sipped hot chocolate served by members of the Wakefield Lions Club.

Before long, sirens could be heard in the distance. As the sound grew closer, excitement mounted.

He’s coming!” shouted one parent. …

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Wakefield volleyball captains earn multiple accolades after historic season

December 11, 2023

WAKEFIELD — The three senior captains for the Wakefield High volleyball team recently received various accolades for their terrific seasons, helping the Warriors reach news heights as a program including the team’s first trip to the state semifinals.

Senior captains Lea Carangelo and Maddie Keohane were both named Middlesex League All-Stars while senior captain…

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Menorah lighting ceremony ushers in Chanukah

December 8, 2023

A LARGE CROWD braved the December cold to attend last night’s menorah lighting ceremony on the Common. (Mark Sardella Photo)

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD – A large crowd braved the cold to attend last night’s public menorah lighting ceremony on Wakefield Common, kicking off the eight-day Jewish festival of lights that is Chanukah.

Organizers from…