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WAKEFIELD — At noon on June 15, the Americal Civic Center will be mounting the Americal Uniform worn by Joseph Rapallo during the Second World War to honor Rapallo’s service in many battles in the South Pacific…

The Wakefield Memorial High Class of 2026 is having their senior prom tonight at the Danversport Yacht Club. We hope everyone has a great time.

We also wish everyone safe travels at this time of year, which has proven tragic in the past. Seniors and their friends will be celebrating some well-deserved accomplishments in the…

READING — Reading Cooperative Bank (RCB) has announced the hiring of Bianca Hanson as VP, Marketing Director. Hanson will collaborate with the marketing team on brand strategy, integrated marketing…

WAKEFIELD — Police are trying to locate 16-year-old Brenden (aka Isabella) Bruckler, who was reported missing from Wakefield at about 3:30 yesterday afternoon. Bruckler is described as 5 feet 6 inches tall, 140 lbs., with dirty blonde hair, brown eyes and wearing glasses. The youth has ties to Revere and Walpole and…

WAKEFIELD — The Town of Wakefield is seeking public input on how to best use Opioid Abatement funds distributed by the Commonwealth.

There are two ways individuals can provide feedback: either through an anonymous survey or by participating in a Community Listening Session.

The survey can be accessed online at www.wakefieldma.gov/opioid. Paper copies are available…

By NEIL ZOLOT

WAKEFIELD – Over 150 people attended the Progress Pride Flag Raising of a rainbow flag to kick off Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersexual, Asexual and Allies + (LGBTQIAA+) month at the Americal Civic Center, 467…