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Find Waldo in Reading!

Published in the Wakefield Daily Item on July 3, 2026

WALDO IS HIDING all over Reading for a citywide scavenger hunt which encourages families to explore, discover and shop local businesses around town.

Local businesses team up for annual event to promote shopping local

READING — Where’s Waldo? In Reading, of course! Celebrating its fourteenth…

 

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Elwell helps lead Americans to strong start

Published in the Wakefield Daily Item on July 3, 2026

WAKEFIELD’s Matt Elwell and the Melrose Americans are off to a strong start this season. Their next game is July 6, 7:30 p.m. against the Middlesex Expos at Morelli Field. (File Photo)

By STEPHEN MARTELLUCCI

MELROSE — Wakefield’s Matt Elwell (WMHS, ’23) is off to a…

 

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Long may she wave!

Photo published in the North Reading Transcript on July 2, 2026

 

A GARDEN of Old Glory displayed on the Town Common in honor of all those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. (Maureen Doherty Photo)

 

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Georges, Robins awarded LAG scholarships

Published in the Lynnfield Villager on July 1, 2026

 

LYNNFIELD — The Lynnfield Art Guild (LAG) has announced that the two Lynnfield High School winners of its art-based scholarships for 2026 are Ereeny Georges and Jerusha Robins.

Georges is the recipient of the Karen Rae Simpson Duggan Memorial Scholarship for $1,000, which honors a…

 

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Flag Football, Rec Hoopz and Adult Cardio Tennis at P&R

Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 2, 2026

NORTH READING — North Reading Parks and Recreation is your nonprofit community resource for fitness and fun! Your participation and investment support low-cost programming for all ages and improvements to our parks and playgrounds.

Register today for the following programs listed below online at northreadingma.gov/parks-recreation…

 

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Flying High Frisbee Dogs at IRP July 8

Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 2, 2026

 

By MAUREEN DOHERTY

NORTH READING — Now in its 29th season, the Friends of North Reading Parks and Recreation will present the second of four Summer BBQs and family-friendly entertainment next Wednesday night, July 8 at Ipswich River Park, 15 Central St.

The food…

 

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Melrose Commission on Disability holding 2026 Disability Pride events

Published in the Melrose Weekly News on July 3, 2026

MELROSE — The City of Melrose Commission on Disability is presenting several activities and events to celebrate Disability Pride Month, this year commemorating the 36th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act. These activities include:

Public meeting of the Melrose Commission on…

 

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Ellen Crawford receives 2026 Commonwealth Heroine Award

Published in the Lynnfield Villager on July 1, 2026

 

LYNNFIELD RESIDENT Ellen Crawford proudly accepts a 2026 Commonwealth Heroine Award from House Minority Leader Brad Jones (R-North Reading) on June 24. (Courtesy Photo)

 

BOSTON – Lynnfield resident Ellen Crawford was recently named a recipient of the 2026 Commonwealth Heroine Award.

The Massachusetts Commission on…

 

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Beacon Hill Roll Call, July 2, 2025

THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call reports local representatives’ votes on roll calls from recent June sessions. There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week.

During the week of June 22-26, the House met for a total of 29 minutes and the Senate met for a total of six…

 

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WSSC honors memory of Bob Hubbard Saturday


WAKEFIELD — The West Side Social Club Fourth of July Committee is proud to honor a lifelong local resident who has made an impact on the Town of Wakefield in many ways. This year’s honoree is in the Memory of West Side Social Club Life Member and Past President Bob Hubbard.

Bob was born on…

 

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Sardella: Happy birthday America!

Photo FC 2024 July 4
SPECTATORS ENJOY the Fourth of July fireworks over Lake Quannapowitt. (Frank Conte Photo)

You only turn 250 once, America, so enjoy your day! Seriously, you look great for your age. You don’t look a day over 200. Despite the slings and arrows of your enemies, foreign and domestic, you’re aging gracefully.

Remember, age is just a number, and you’re only as old as you feel. Life begins at 250.

We hope you enjoy…

 

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Community Calendar…

FRIDAY, JULY 3
Crafty Crochet & Knitting Club, Beebe Memorial Library, 11 a.m.

SATURDAY, JULY 4
A full day of celebrating our nation’s 250th birthday. From 7 a.m. to well after dark, there will be a fishing derby, kids’ parades, races, the annual Fourth of July parade, a concert and a fireworks extravaganza, among many…

 

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