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BREAKING NEWS: Child dies in playground tragedy

May 5, 2026

MELROSE — Tragedy struck the Winthrop Elementary School community Monday afternoon when three people on the playground were struck by a fallen tree brought down in high winds. Two of the three injured were children. One has died.

Just before 3 p.m., first responders were called to the First Street area and quickly realized the…

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Warrior boys’ volleyball reaching new heights under coach Connor Peterson

May 5, 2026

By DAN PAWLOWSKI

WAKEFIELD — Progress is hard to quantify. Often times in sports, it’s best to keep it simple. Are you winning more?

The answer for the 2026 Wakefield High boys’ volleyball team is yes. The Warriors earned their third…

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Town Meeting: No cuts to school budget

May 5, 2026

TOWN MEETING last night refused to make last minute cuts to the fiscal year 2027 spending plans of the Wakefield Public Schools and the Health and Human Services Department. (Frank Conte Photo)

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD – A Town Meeting packed with teachers and school supporters last night passed the School Department’s full FY2027 budget request of $58,716,611…

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Peter Meuse, 73

May 5, 2026

Active community member and lifelong Wakefield resident

WAKEFIELD — Peter A. Meuse, age 73 of Wakefield, passed away on Friday, May 1 at Tufts Medical Center in Boston.

He was born in Melrose on March 15, 1953 and was the son of the late Peter and Catherine Meuse.

Peter was a lifelong Wakefield resident and…

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John C. Lubinski, 71

May 5, 2026

Beloved bartender and candlepin bowler

WAKEFIELD — John “Jack” C. Lubinski of Wakefield passed away on March 30, 2026 at the age of 71 at Tufts Medical Center in Boston after a long battle with chronic health issues.

Jack is predeceased by his parents Leonard & Eleanor (Orsini) Lubinski of Waterboro, ME (formerly of Wakefield…

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Public invited to forum on mosquito-and tick-borne disease control

May 5, 2026

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 30, 2026

NORTH READING — The North Reading Health Department and the East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project will co-host a community public health informational and educational presentation on mosquitoes and ticks in the town.

The program, to be held on Thursday, May 20 at 3 p.m. in…

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Senior news and activities

May 5, 2026

Published in the Lynnfield Villager on April 29, 2026

LYNNFIELD — The Senior Center is ready for spring.

Seniors are invited to come to the center to enjoy seasonal programs, activities and community gatherings designed especially for adults 60-years and older. To view the Senior Center’s full newsletter and monthly lunch menu, visit Lynnfield.gov/235/Council-On-Aging.

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IRCC celebrates America’s 250th anniversary

May 5, 2026

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 30, 2026

WILMINGTON — The Ipswich River Community Chorus invites audiences to “One Nation, Many Voices: America at 250.” This special program traces the American story through a vibrant tapestry of choral music—from folk traditions, spirituals and contemporary works, to familiar favorites.

Under the direction of…

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LHS Class of 2027 has a blast at Boston-themed ‘Post-Prom Party’

May 5, 2026

Published in the Lynnfield Villager on April 29, 2026

THE LYNNFIELD HIGH SCHOOL gymnasium was transformed into Fenway Park and Legends Lounge for the annual Post-Prom Party on April 10. The LHS PTO organized and hosted the event once again. (Courtesy Photo)

LYNNFIELD — Lynnfield High School’s Class of 2027 had their Junior Prom at…

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Car crashes, break-ins reported

May 4, 2026

WAKEFIELD — Police are investigating after the owner of a 2018 GMC Canyon reported that the pickup truck had been broken into sometime between Saturday night and Sunday morning. The man contacted police at about 8:45 a.m. on Sunday and said that he had parked his truck on Crescent Hill the night before. He returned…

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Wong has House budget issues

May 4, 2026

BOSTON – State Representative Donald H. Wong (R-Saugus) recently joined with his Republican colleagues to stand united in advocating for a series of proposed amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) House budget designed to assist the state’s taxpayers and municipalities as they struggle with rising costs and increasing budget constraints.

Expressing concerns…

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Wakefield Youth Action Team has support kits

May 4, 2026

WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield Youth Action Team announces the availability of Wellness Support Kits as a new community resource for youth and their families. These support kits contain items to encourage individuals who are trying to reduce or stop nicotine or other substance use.