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Front Page: April 15, 2025

 

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Sports: April 14, 2025

 

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Stoneham man charged in Vernon St. crash

POLICE AND FIREFIGHTERS responded to a single-vehicle rollover crash in the area of 384 Vernon St. on Saturday. The car struck a utility pole, knocking out power in the neighborhood for a couple hours. (Photos courtesy of Wakefield Fire Department)

WAKEFIELD — A 56-year-old Stoneham man was seriously injured Saturday morning after he lost control…

 

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WEF’s Celebration of Learning at Galvin Wednesday

WAKEFIELD — Wakefield Educational Foundation (WEF) announces that the 29th annual Celebration of Learning ceremony and reception will take place on Wednesday, April 16 at the Galvin Middle School Auditorium. Award presentations will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m., immediately followed by a reception serving light refreshments in the cafeteria.

No tickets are needed for this event, and…

 

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Wakefield girls’ track kicks off season with a win over Stoneham

BRENDIA DIAZ was the leading scorer for the Warriors in their season-opening victory over Stoneham last week. Diaz finished with 11 points overall, taking 1st in the shot put and javelin and 3rd in the discus. (File Photo)

LEXINGTON — The Wakefield High girls’ outdoor track and field team had a strong start to the season…

 

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James H. Murphy, 88

Wakefield School teacher and Retired Lt. Col., Army and Nat’l Guard

WAKEFIELD — James H. Murphy, age 88, a Wakefield resident for 46 years and a Wakefield educator for 35 years died on April 10 at Winchester Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, comforted and surrounded by his loving family. Jim was the only child of John…

 

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New daycare coming to Lakeside 

A NEW DAYCARE FACILITY will be opening in this building in the Lakeside Office Park. The entrance will be on Quannapowitt Parkway (foreground) on the left side.

By MARK SARDELLA 

WAKEFIELD —  There will soon be a new daycare facility in town after the Zoning Board of Appeals granted the necessary permits for the…

 

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WCNA’s Egg Hunt delayed a week

THE EASTER BUNNY may stop by the Common on April 19.

WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield Center Neighborhood Association’s Annual Spring Egg Hunt scheduled for this Saturday, April 12, has been postponed until next Saturday, April 19 in the hopes of more favorable weather.

A fun annual event for children aged seven and younger and their…

 

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Come together at Laurie’s 909 Neighborhood Pub

WELCOME TO “Penny Lane,” aka the bar top at Laurie’s 909. (Michelle Visco Photo)

By MICHELLE VISCO

WAKEFIELD — If you are looking for reasonable prices, delicious all-American food and a feel-good atmosphere, then Laurie’s 909 Neighborhood Pub located at 93 Salem St. in Wakefield has everything for you. Robert Macfadgen and Laurie Rizzo own…

 

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FYACS hosts Artist Open Studios and Artist Pop-up

MELROSE — Stop by Follow Your Art Community Studios (FYACS) on Sunday, April 13 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for upstairs/downstairs at the Big Yellow House, Artists in Residence Open Studios and Artist Pop-up Event held at 647 Main St. Upstairs in the Big Yellow House, FYACS Artists in Residence will open their studios…

 

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All aboard the Horace Mann Bike Bus!

THE HORACE MANN Bike Bus continues to attract students.

 

MELROSE — The Horace Mann Bike Bus has had a strong start to the spring season. After taking a break during the months of January and February, the bike bus started back up in March. A second route has been added for families that live…

 

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Bread of Life’s ‘Just Desserts’ was a delicious fundraiser

MELROSE’S Whole Foods Market provided scrumptious muffins and cookies.

 

THIS IS A MOUTH-WATERING table too!

 

MALDEN — On Sunday, April 6, Bread of Life hosted a “Just Desserts” fundraiser. The event was held from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Bread of Life, 54 Eastern Ave., Malden.

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