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Early deadlines for May 27 issue


With Memorial Day place on Monday, May 25, the Villager will have early deadlines for editorial and advertising content for the May 27 issue.

All press releases and editorial content needs to be emailed to the Lynnfield Villager by 12 p.m. on Friday, May 22. Editorial content can be emailed to [email protected].

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Lynnfield Middle School second trimester honor roll

Published in the Lynnfield Villager on May 13, 2026

LYNNFIELD — Acting Principal Adam Federico has released Lynnfield Middle School’s second trimester honor roll for the 2025-2026 academic year.

GRADE 7: HIGH HONORS

The seventh graders named to the high honor roll were Lana Allen, Reyansh Anand, Naomi Bagwadia, Ashley Bellandi, Josephine Charville, Cash Collins…

 

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The wonders of drumming

Photo published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 15, 2026

 

MELROSE GIRL SCOUT TROOP #84215 visited local seniors at The Residence at Melrose Station for a special cardio drumming session. The class is a fun and energizing activity blending physical fitness with rhythmic brain stimulation and social connection. It’s proven to improve cardiovascular

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Town planting new liberty elm trees at Veterans Memorial

Published in the Lynnfield Villager on May 13, 2026

LYNNFIELD — As the ground thaws and spring weather slowly arrives, the town of Lynnfield will plant 25 trees throughout the town to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary.

The Planning and Conservation Department will oversee this program. This will include a special update to the Veterans Memorial in the…

 

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Officials: We need rain

Editorial published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 15, 2026

Nobody likes rain. But we need a lot of it, badly.

State officials said last week that drought conditions worsened in most regions of Massachusetts over the last month after improving during March 2026.

Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Rebecca Tepper declared Friday that the state’s Connecticut…

 

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For women, on Mothers’ Day

Photo published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 15, 2026

 

THE 2026 Run for Women, which supports the initiatives of the Melrose Alliance Against Violence, is a welcoming, community-centered event that invites you to come together in support of a meaningful cause whether you’re there to run, walk, or simply be part of

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There’s plenty to do at the Melrose Public Library

Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 15, 2026

MELROSE — The following updates and announcements come from the staff of the Melrose Public Library.

Hours: Open Sundays from 2 to 5 p.m.

Open Mondays through Thursdays from 10 a.m to 9 p.m (Upper Level closes at 8p.m.)

Open Fridays and Saturdays from 10…

 

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Lynnfield High School third quarter honor roll

Published in the Lynnfield Villager on May 13, 2026

LYNNFIELD — Principal Patricia Puglisi has released Lynnfield High School’s honor roll for the third quarter of the 2025-2026 academic year.

GRADE 9: HIGH HONORS

The freshmen named to the high honor roll were Amelie Adreani, Kayleigh Allen, Alyssa Attubato, Jenna Bernabei, Cookie Billings, Corie Boccaci…

 

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Lynnfield Rotary builds 30 beds for children in need

Published in the Lynnfield Villager on May 13, 2026

 

VOLUNTEERS, from left, Lynnfield Rotary member Jack Moynihan, Lynnfield High School Interact Club member Avery Haney, LHS Interact Club member Allison Maddocks and A Healthy Lynnfield Family Engagement Specialist Jess Tortola worked diligently to build a bed during Lynnfield Rotary’s fifth annual Build A Bed

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Summer Street playground construction begins this summer

Published in the Lynnfield Villager on May 13, 2026

THE SUMMER STREET PTO presented a $64,927.54 check to the Select Board for the playground project on May 4. From left, Summer Street Principal Karen Cronin, Select Board Chair Alexis Leahy, Summer Street PTO Vice President Jenny Sheehan, Summer Street PTO Co-President Sarah Kelley, Select Board

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One hour can make a lifetime impact: Give blood with Red Cross

Published in the North Reading Transcript on May 14, 2026

BOSTON — In May, the American Red Cross asks people to secure their blood or platelet donation appointment to help the blood supply stay ahead of building seasonal pressures. Just one hour of time could help patients celebrate more life with loved ones in the…

 

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Latest design for Highlands project will not do

Published in the Melrose Weekly News on May 15, 2026

 

 

This was written to the Melrose Planning Board and the city’s Community Development Office regarding the plan to redevelop the old Sgt. Harold O. Young VFW Post building on Chipman Avenue in Melrose Highlands.

By ROBERT TULLIS and
JONATHAN BAILEY-FRANCOIS

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