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Wrestling 2025-2026

Lamb concludes terrific Wakefield wrestling career at New England’s

Wrestling 2025-2026
AYDIN LAMB concluded his Wakefield wrestling career at New England’s in Providence over the weekend. The record holder in overall wins at Wakefield High, Lamb will graduate as a four-time league All-Star. (Alicen Encarnacao Racca File Photo)

WAKEFIELD — Wakefield wrestling senior captain Aydin Lamb represented the Warriors at New England’s over the weekend at the…

 

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Do you know a community hero?


MALDEN — Every day in our community, people make a difference in the lives of older adults and people with disabilities. They deserve recognition and you can help them receive it.

Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) will be presenting its Community All-Star Awards this spring. If you know someone who makes an impact, please nominate…

 

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‘The Meaning of Herbs’ demo with floral designer March 14

NORTH READING — The Friends of the North Reading Council on Aging invites the public to its next presentation: “The Meaning of Herbs.”

This is a lecture and demonstration of the power of herbs in floral design and history. Floral Designer Gay H. Sheldon representing Boston Flower Market of North Reading, will lead a lively…

 

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Youths causing problems at McD

 

WAKEFIELD — Youths causing problems at McDonald’s on Main Street and a collision between a car and a FedEx truck in Greenwood were among the calls public safety personnel handled over the weekend.

On Sunday morning around 11:50, first responders went to the intersection of Green Street, Oak Avenue and Gates Lane after a…

 

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Rep. Jones office hours March 13

Published in the North Reading Transcript on March 6, 2026

 

 

File photo: House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones, Jr. (R-North Reading)

NORTH READING — House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones, Jr. (R-North Reading) will be holding his monthly district office hours in North Reading on Friday, March 13 from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45…

 

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Dickinson College dean’s list

CARLISLE, Pennsylvania — Ella Louise McTeague, a junior environmental studies major at Dickinson College, has been named to the dean’s list for the fall 2025 semester. A graduate of Middlesex School, she is the daughter of James and Kathleen McTeague of North Reading.

 

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A steady hand on Cemetery Commission

MAYOR JEN GRIGORAITIS attended the February meeting of the Wyoming Cemetery Commission to congratulate chairman Daniel O’Neill as he concludes his term on the commission and retires after 12 years of service this spring. The mayor expressed her gratitude to O’Neill for his thoughtful and effective leadership in stewarding Melrose’s beautiful and historic Wyoming Cemetery.

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Delectable goodies enjoyed at Chocolate Affair

Published in the North Reading Transcript on March 5, 2026

 

SWEET TREATS to enjoy now and take home for later. The UCC Chocolate Affair Potluck featured an endless supply of the decadent desserts enjoyed by all. Seated clockwise from left around the table are: Steve Hemman, Susan Hamilton, Carolyn Hemman, Marie Morrow, Steve Morrow.

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Pioneer of the Week featured March 4, 2026

GRANT NEAL

Boys’ Basketball
Junior

 

 

Neal played well in Lynnfield’s first two Div. 3 state tournament games. He had 21 points and 15 rebounds in a 57-47 preliminary round win over Ludlow on Feb. 25 at LHS and followed that up with 25 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists in a 62-59 road

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Do you know a community hero to older adults?

Published in the North Reading Transcript on March 5, 2026

NORTH READING — Every day in our community, people make a difference in the lives of older adults and people with disabilities. They deserve recognition and you can help them receive it.

Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) will be presenting its Community All-Star Awards this…

 

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Eve of Revolution: The dawn of America’s birth March 12

REV. EDMUND FOSTER of Reading, who took part in the Battle of Lexington and Concord in 1775, is one of three “historical witnesses” featured in “Eve of Revolution” March 12. (Courtesy Photo)

NORTH READING — Step back in time and experience the events of April 19, 1775, through the eyes of those who lived them…

 

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Garden Club welcomes all to talk on Harold Parker State Forest

Published in the North Reading Transcript on March 6, 2026

 

 

Courtesy photo by John Phelan. This photo was not published in the North Reading Transcript, March 6, 2026 print edition.

 

NORTH READING — Have you ever wanted to learn more about Harold Parker State Forest right here in North Reading?

The North…

 

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