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Two contested races in tomorrow’s election

April 21, 2025

WAKEFIELD — Only two positions to be decided during tomorrow’s annual Town Election are being contested, as four hopefuls seek to become Town Treasurer and two men square off for one Constable post.

In the first race, Edward F. Dombroski Jr., Andrew McCarthy, Michael J. McLane and Peter McManama are running for the three-year Treasurer…

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Warrior boys’ lacrosse tops Masco 13-11

April 21, 2025

LAX 2025 — THE WARRIORS defeated Masco 13-11 in a battle of unbeaten’s on Thursday at Landrigan Field. The Warriors have three non-league games during April Vacation this week. (Alicen Encarnacao Racca Photo)

By DAN PAWLOWSKI

WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield High boys’ lacrosse team held off a fourth quarter comeback bid by Masconomet in a battle of unbeaten’s on…

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Greenwood Mobil Mart to sell beer and wine

April 18, 2025

THE GREENWOOD MOBIL MART at Main and Oak streets is allowed to sell beer and wine. (Mark Sardella Photo)

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — Residents will soon have another place to purchase beer and wine in Greenwood after the Town Council this week granted a beer and wine license to Mobil Mart, a convenience store…

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Wakefield Police Department now hiring Patrol Officers

April 18, 2025

WAKEFIELD – Chief Steve Skory reports that the Wakefield Police Department is currently hiring Patrol Officers using a Civil Service hybrid hiring process that includes a “Local Register” as well as the traditional Civil Service entrance exam.

In November 2024, Gov. Maura Healey signed a $4 billion economic development bill that included reforms to the…

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Play ball! Little Leaguers are ready for new season

April 18, 2025

THE Reds, Red Sox, Royals, Pirates, Cardinals and Mets were represented in fine fashion bye these youngsters at the on Opening Day at Lewis Monk Field.

THE PIRATES are ready to make some noise during the 2025 Melrose Little League season.

MELROSE — Melrose Little League’s Opening Day Parade was Saturday, April 5.

The…

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A love story for the ages: Rudy and Arline Lizotte celebrate 75 years of marriage

April 18, 2025

MELROSE — Reaching a 75th wedding anniversary is a rare and extraordinary milestone — only about 1,000 couples in the U.S. can say they’ve done it! This year, Rudy and Arline Lizotte of Melrose joined this exclusive club, celebrating their diamond anniversary on April 15th, surrounded by loving family and friends…

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Community Freezer open every Sunday, including Easter

April 18, 2025

HERE ARE THREE examples of the great meals offered at The Food Drive and FUMC Melrose’s Community Freezer.

MELROSE – The Food Drive’s Community Freezer Program at First United Methodist Church Melrose (FUMC Melrose), 645 Main St., will offer meals on Easter Sunday, and is open on Sundays year-round from 11:30…

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Melrose Jazz Fest at FYACS May 4

April 18, 2025

MELROSE — Thanks to a generous grant from the Melrose Cultural Council, Melrose Jazz Fest will take place on Sunday, May 4 at Follow Your Art Community Studios, 647 Main St., Melrose. This event is free, family friendly and open to everyone.

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State Cruiserweight belt on line at Memorial Hall

April 18, 2025

A STATE boxing title will be on the line May 23 at Memorial Hall.

MELROSE — Boston Boxing Promotions has announced that undefeated Jarrid Digangi (4-0, 4 KO’s) will be taking on Leo Ladeira in a 6-round fight for the Massachusetts State Cruiserweight Title on Friday, May 23 at Melrose Memorial Hall.

Digangi…

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Linden Tree Coffeehouse has May 3 show in Wakefield

April 18, 2025

WAKEFIELD — The final Linden Tree Coffeehouse concert of the 40th season welcomes back Canadian singer-songwriter James Keelaghan on Saturday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m. Winners of Linden Tree’s Winter Potpourri, The Secret Sauce trio, will open the show.

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Local Democrats to caucus next week

April 18, 2025

MELROSE — Registered Democrats in Melrose will hold a caucus on April 24, 2025 at the First Congregational Church at 121 W. Foster St. to elect delegates and alternates to the 2025 Massachusetts Democratic State Convention. Doors will open at 7 p.m. and the Caucus will begin at 7:15 p.m., sharp.

The 2025 Massachusetts Democratic…

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Mayor testifies in support of more funds for local road

April 18, 2025

MELROSE — Mayor Jen Grigoraitis submitted the following testimony last week to the Massachusetts Legislature’s Joint Committee on Transportation:
Thank you for the opportunity to submit testimony on behalf of the City of Melrose in support of H. 53, An Act financing long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges.