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Students, staff ready for final push to June at WMHS

CONSTRUCTION of the new Wakefield Memorial High School is reportedly on schedule and on budget

WAKEFIELD — The following was sent to Wakefield Memorial High families by Principal Amy McLeod. Some editing of internet links may be necessary.

I hope this email finds everyone well-rested and rejuvenated after a week of vacation. We are looking…

 

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Looking Back in the pages of the Villager

Published in the Lynnfield Villager on April 29, 2026

 

APRIL 30, 1986

New SC chairman: Barry Koslow was unanimously elected as the School Committee’s next chairman during last week’s meeting.

Newly elected School Committee members Anthony Giannetti and Margaret Strickland were welcomed to their first meeting. School Committee member Ruth Follansbee, who is entering…

 

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Veterans’ Corner: VISIT THE USS CONSTITUTION!

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 23, 2026

The town’s Veterans Department is hosting a free field trip to USS Constitution for veterans and their guests on Thursday, May 7.

All veterans, spouses, widows, and family members are welcome to attend and enjoy a day of history and camaraderie!

We will depart from…

 

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Friends of Beebe Library host final book donation drive

VOLUNTEERS WILL be available from 3-6:30 on April 29 to collect your donations of books in good condition.

WAKEFIELD — The Friends of the Beebe Library, after the success of their Book Sale in 2025, are hoping to repeat their success in May 2026. On Wednesday, April 29 from 3-6:30 p.m. in the rear parking…

 

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Front Page: April 28, 2026

 

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Sports: April 28,2026

 

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Town Election 2026

Update: Wakefield Town Election, Unofficial Results

Wakefield Town Election Results (April 28, 2026)

Results here

Town Election 2026
JUST AFTER THE doors opened this morning for the 2026 Town Election at the Galvin Middle School, a poll worker makes sure everything is set. A few voters can be seen as well. There are two contested races on the ballot this year. The polls are

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Wakefield baseball stays undefeated with wins over Watertown, Beverly

DYLAN McDERMOTT followed up a 4-hit 3 RBI game against Watertown on Friday with 2 hits, 3 RBI and 2 runs against Beverly yesterday at Walsh Field. (Alicen Encarnacao Racca File Photo)

WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield High baseball team improved to 7-0 with recent home wins over Watertown and Beverly.

The Warriors beat Watertown 11-4 on…

 

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Council cuts FY2027 town budget

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD – Heading into the 2026 Annual Town Meeting, difficult budgetary decisions are already being made by town officials based on anticipated fiscal realities facing the town.

The moves come in the wake of discussions at a recent Tri-Board (Town Council, School Committee and Finance Committee) meeting to address budget deficits in FY2027 and beyond.

In outlining her recommendations, Town Administrator…

 

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Joseph Tecce, 92

Proud army veteran and professor of psychology

WAKEFIELD — TECCE, Joseph J., Age 92, of Wellesley, MA. Joe was the beloved husband of Mary Jo (Spigelmire) Tecce for 67 years, and was the devoted father of Anthony C. Tecce of Somerville; Maria A. Tecce of Dublin, Ireland; Peter M. Tecce, and his wife Lynne N…

 

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Two local Regis nursing students present research at Symposium

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 23, 2026

WESTON — More than 200 students, including two students from North Reading, participated in Regis College’s third annual Social Justice Research Symposium. The symposium featured student research panels, poster presentations, art and music performances and thesis slams from students across the university’s undergraduate and graduate…

 

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Melrose Jazz Fest May 3

Published in the Melrose Weekly News on April 24, 2026.

MELROSE — Melrose Jazz Fest returns for its third annual celebration on Sunday, May 3, from 1-6 p.m. Hosted by Follow Your Art Community Studios, the festival will showcase five talented jazz groups: the Oren Santillo Collective, Liz Sinn Trio, Subject 2 Change, our garden…

 

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