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Farmers Market 2024

All the goodies at Dazzle Creations

Farmers Market 2024
DAZZLE CREATIONS caught the eyes of young people shopping at Wakefield’s Farmers Market on Saturday, August 31. PICTURED FROM THE left: Keith Westcott and his children Julia and Lucas Westcott. (Gail Lowe Photo)

 

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Paula Maxwell, 87

Enjoyed tropical vacations and exploring national parks

WAKEFIELD — Paula Bruce (Davis) Maxwell, age 87, a longtime resident of Wakefield peacefully passed away on Wednesday, August 28 at the Bear Hill Nursing Center.

Born in Everett on January 6, 1937, Paula was the loving daughter of the late Paul and Emily (Bruce) Davis. She was…

 

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Edward Newton, 88

US Army veteran

STONEHAM — Edward J. Newton, age 88 of Stoneham died Sunday, September 1 peacefully at his home surrounded by his children. He was born in Boston on October 11, 1935 and was the son of the late Frank and Elizabeth (Dicicco) Newton. Mr. Newton was raised in Stoneham and was a graduate…

 

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WNV found in town

THERE ARE a variety of ways you can avoid getting bitten by one of these.

WAKEFIELD — The Massachusetts State Public Health Lab confirmed that a mosquito sample taken from Wakefield on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). 

To avoid West Nile Virus, people should take steps to protect…

 

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The City Hall update

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

Labor Day is Monday, September 2: All Melrose Municipal Buildings, apart from police and fire stations, will be closed on Monday, September 2 in observance of Labor Day. Trash and recycling will not be collected on September 2 and there…

 

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Many contests coming to the 2024 Topsfield Fair

AWARD WINNING FLOWERS: A display of dahlias that won the Thomas Galvin award at the 2023 Topsfield Fair.

TOPSFIELD — The 206th Topsfield Fair running October 4 to October 14 offers hundreds of contests for both amateur and professional entrants. Some of the contests include prize money while others are just for bragging rights. Contestants can upload…

 

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Whale Mobile at Memorial Hall

LIFE SIZE MODEL of a 36 year old humpback whale Nile. Children were able to walk inside the large whale and learn about similarities and differences from humans.

 

 

MELROSE — Melrose Public Library wrapped up the Read, Renew, Repeat Summer Reading Program with a an interactive and engaging visit from Cynde McInnis and…

 

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Antique show and sale at First Congregational Church

SOME ITEMS THAT will be available at this years 2024 sale.

 

 

 

MELROSE — The First Congregational Church in Melrose will host its Second Annual Antique Show and Sale on Saturday, October 26 at 121 West Foster St. in Melrose. Spaces for a limited number of dealers are now available for rent and…

 

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Jewish cemetery vandalized; public’s help sought

THE POLICE DEPARTMENT is investigating a vandalism incident at Workmen’s Circle Cemetery and is seeking public assistance. (Photo courtesy Melrose Police Department)

 

MELROSE — Chief Kevin Faller reports that the Melrose Police Department is seeking public assistance as they investigate an apparent act of vandalism at Workmen’s Circle Cemetery. On Tuesday, August 20 at approximately…

 

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Opening reception to be held for FYACS gallery exhibition

LAUNDRY DAY ART by Alexandra Rozenman

 

 

 

MELROSE — Follow Your Art Community Studios announces this fall’s first exhibition in the FYACS Gallery, “Contemplations: Russian Artists Against the War in Ukraine and Israel” which opens on Friday, September 6. The works of two artists Alexandra Rozenman and Alisa Rodny will be on…

 

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Welcome kindergarteners

THE STUDENTS OF the Melrose High School Class of 2037 gathered on Fred Green Field for Kindergarten Welcome Night on August 2. (Cari Roche Photo)

 

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Keep your history alive with Legacy Video Stories

LEGACY VIDEO STORIES founder Jim Cosco hosts a radio show on WCRN 830 AM. (Courtesy Photo)

 

 

By GAIL LOWE

MELROSE—Learning about your ancestry has become a burgeoning business and little wonder. Who among us would not want to know from whom they inherited their talent for art or who passed down the propensity…

 

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