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Wakefield baseball pushes winning streak to three with 9-4 win over Wilmington

April 28, 2025

Baseball 2025 — DYLAN McDERMOTT’s strong game against Wilmington on Friday included a 2-RBI single in the 1st, and another run scored after reaching base with his second hit in the 3rd inning. (Alicen Encarnacao Racca Photo)

WAKEFIELD — As with many of their contests this season, the Wakefield Warrior baseball players got their bats going early and continued…

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‘Patsy’ Zagaria is 2025 July Fourth parade grand marshal

April 25, 2025

PICTURED AT this week’s parade fundraising carnival at the Galvin Middle School are (from left) Maureen Buckley, the WIDC logistics chair; grand marshal Patsy Zagaria and Jack Warchol, the WIDC carnival chair.

WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield Independence Day Committee (WIDC) officially announces the July 4th parade’s grand marshal: Pasquale “Patsy” Zagaria.

Patsy Zagaria has lived in…

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Captain David Shinney retires from the Wakefield Fire Department

April 25, 2025

WAKEFIELD — Chief Michael Sullivan announced today that Wakefield Fire Captain David Shinney retired from the Wakefield Fire Department on April 24, 2025 after serving the fire department for 30 years.

Shinney, a well-respected and knowledgeable fire officer, was appointed to the Wakefield Fire Department as a Permanent Firefighter on…

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Restaurant pulled from Foundry St. mixed-use plan

April 25, 2025

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — The 58-unit condominium complex currently under construction at 62 Foundry St. was originally permitted as a mixed-use development with restaurant use on the ground floor.

But the attorney for the project told the Zoning Board of Appeals this week that after trying for more than a year to market…

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Sophomore pitchers shine in big win against Watertown

April 25, 2025

JACKSON MCGOURTY had another strong appearance from the bullpen on Wednesday, shutting out Watertown in 1.2 innings to help seal Wakefield’s 5th win of the season. (Alicen Encarnacao Racca Photo)

WAKEFIELD — Last year, during its notable 16-4 regular season, the Wakefield Memorial High School baseball team had a number of talented seniors, including pitcher Jack…

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Local events follow April 22 Earth Day international holiday

April 25, 2025

MELROSE — In honor of Earth Day this week, Mayor Jen Grigoraitis and Melrose City Hall are highlighting sustainability, conservation and environmental stewardship opportunities and accomplishments in the City of Melrose:

Melrose residents keep recycling contamination low

Casella Waste Systems, the city’s solid waste and recycling contractor, issued an audit report showing that Melrose curbside…

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The City Hall update

April 25, 2025

MELROSE — The City of Melrose is sharing the following updates for the upcoming week:

Prescription Drug Take Back on April 26

Saturday, April 26 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, bring your unneeded tablets, capsules, patches, pills and other solid prescription drugs for safe disposal…

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Mt. Hood Park Association sponsors Annual “Senior’s Day at the Park” Event

April 25, 2025

A GREAT TURN out for a previous Senior’s Day at the Park event.

MELROSE — The very popular “Senior’s Day at the Park” event will be held at the clubhouse at Mount Hood Memorial Park & Golf Course on Tuesday, May 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come join us at Mount Hood…

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Register now for Project Bread’s Walk for Hunger

April 25, 2025

ARE YOU ready to walk for a great cause? Project Bread’s flagship fundraiser is May 4. (Photo by Jon Sachs Photography)

BOSTON – The Walk for Hunger, Project Bread’s flagship community fundraiser, is seeking walkers to mobilize their neighbors and join the celebration. The one-day event is set for Sunday, May 4 on the…

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The Beebe Estate will come alive for Melrose’s 175th celebration

April 25, 2025

MELROSE — As part of Melrose’s 175th birthday celebration and in partnership with the Beebe Estate Association and Trustees, the historic Beebe Estate will host a charming Victorian Garden Party on Saturday, May 3 from 1 to 4 p.m. This elegant afternoon event at 235 West Foster St. will feature a variety of activities that…

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Softball team goes 1-2 during busy week

April 24, 2025

Update: 4/28/2025 Pentucket 10, Lynnfield 1

GIA GAGNON pitched well against Lowell Catholic on April 17, allowing 3 earned runs, 6 hits and 2 walks while striking out 6 in 6 innings. She also went 3-for-4 at the plate. (Courtesy Photo)