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Those were the days: On Cursive Writing

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 2, 2026

Learning to print our names in first grade was only the beginning. We learned to print each letter of the alphabet carefully; but Mrs. Cheney made it clear that we were just learning our letters so that someday we could move onto bigger and better…

 

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WCNA had plenty of kids hunting for eggs

ON SATURDAY, March 28 the Fire Department escorted the Easter Bunny to the Common during the annual Egg Hunt sponsored by the Wakefield Center Neighborhood Association. (Photo provided by Cindy Schatz)

WAKEFIELD — Saturday morning, March 28 was pretty chilly, not much above freezing, when the Wakefield Center Neighborhood Association’s Board and faithful volunteers descended…

 

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Robinson Funeral Home thanks community for successful St. Patrick’s Day 5K

Published in the Melrose Weekly News on April 3, 2026

 

PICTURED (L-R): Stephanie Nelson, Executive Director Melrose Chamber of Commerce and member of Ladies Auxiliary of Melrose Knights of Columbus, Chris Cinella of Edward Jones, Mark Robinson of Robinson Funeral Home, Dean DeLillo, Grand Knight of Melrose Knights of Columbus and Bill Butler of

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The tradition continues

Photo published in the North Reading Transcript on April 2, 2026

 

VOLUNTEERS from the Union Congregational Church join with kids eager to greet the Easter Bunny at the Carl Cutlip Easter Egg Hunt held annually for the children of the community. Foreground: Luke and Caroline Quesnel with the Easter Bunny; (back row, l-r): volunteers

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Community Conversation on inclusion Tuesday

LYNNFIELD — A Healthy Lynnfield, Lynnfield Public Schools and the town of Lynnfield are hosting a community conversation in the wake of the recent racist incidents at Lynnfield Middle School.

The community conversation called “Belonging, Respect and Moving Forward Together will take place on Tuesday, April 7 from 6:30-8 p.m. at Lynnfield Middle School.

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Former White House floral arranger featured at 70th Garden Club Silver Tea

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 2, 2026

NORTH READING — The North Reading Garden Club invites the public to a celebration of its 70th year with a special Silver Tea event on Wednesday, April 8 at 7 p.m. at the Moose Lodge, 140 North Street, North Reading. Doors open at 6:30 p.m…

 

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Emmanuel hosts Soul Supper with PFLAG: ‘From Bystander to Upstander’

WAKEFIELD — Emmanuel Episcopal Church invites the community to attend its April Soul Supper on Thursday, April 9, featuring an engaging and interactive workshop led by Greater Boston PFLAG (Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays), a national organization dedicated to supporting, educating, and advocating for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them.

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Melrose Creative Alliance Arts & Culture Summit April 11

Published in the Melrose Weekly News on April 3, 2026

MELROSE—The Melrose Creative Alliance, in partnership with the Melrose Chamber of Commerce, is proud to announce its 5th Annual Arts & Culture Summit, taking place on Saturday, April 11 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Rising Eagle Publick House. This year’s theme, “Celebrating…

 

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Making plans

Photo published in the North Reading Transcript on April 2, 2026

 

A REAL BUNNY contemplates where he’ll be hiding those colorful Easter eggs in local yards on Sunday morning. (Maureen Doherty Photo)

 

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Senior Tax Exemption to be discussed at TM

Published in the Lynnfield Villager on April 1, 2026

Dear Editor:

Many senior citizens are now living on a fixed income, seniors who supported the 20-year bond to build and upgrade our schools. Lynnfield schools are considered top notch, that has come with a growing burden of higher taxes. Our property values are higher then…

 

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Back to the Renaissance

LYNNFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOLS’ production of “Something Rotten Jr.” in the Lynnfield Middle School auditorium last weekend included troupe members, front row from left, Alicia Morello, Vihaan Pareek, Anna Cooper, Leonardo Novak and Emine Icin. Back row, from left, Ruby Curtis, Matilda Hook, Elise Geary, Quinn Briere and Sophie DePrizio. (Courtesy Photo)

 

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Melrose Athletic Hall of Fame open to nominations

Published in the Melrose Weekly News on April 3, 2026

 

MELROSE—Do you know someone who belongs in the Melrose High Athletic Hall of Fame?

The Melrose Athletic Hall of Fame is now open to nominees for its 2026 and future classes.

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