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Tickets on sale now for ‘Mean Girls’ musical

NORTH READING — North Reading High School Masquers’ 2024 fall musical, “Mean Girls High School Version” is approaching. This show will have four performances across two weekends. Opening Night will be Friday, Dec. 6 and they will have their second performance on Saturday, Dec. 7.  Both shows begin at 7:30 p.m.  There will be a third…

 

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Grand gesture

THE LYNN KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS has made its first monthly contribution to support the North Reading Food Pantry, which is run by Christian Community Service, a nonprofit organization. Grand Knight Michael Scarlata of North Reading presented the first donation last week to CCS co-Chair Teresa Sanphy (L) and CCS Treasurer Carol Hudson (R). The Lynn

 

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Police arrest alleged N.Y. scammer who victimized elderly resident

XUEJIAN WU allegedly scammed an elderly resident out of more than $10,000 and attempted to extort more money by posing as a federal agent. (NRPD Courtesy Photo)

 

 

NORTH READING — Chief Mark Zimmerman reports that the North Reading Police Department arrested and charged a New York man in connection with a scam that…

 

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Turkey Trot pre-race bib pick up dates and food drive Nov. 23-25

NORTH READING — There is just one week to go until the 15th running of the North Reading 5K Turkey Trot and the 1.75-Mile Walk on Thanksgiving Day! The field is filling rapidly toward the 1,500-registrant cap, with few spots remaining. Registration will close for the race on Monday, Nov. 25. There will be no…

 

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Mother and son featured as November Artists of the Month at library

A PORTRAIT of baby Claire by Linda Balek. (Emily Klesaris Photo)

 

 

NORTH READING — Flint Memorial Library’s Artists of the Month are Linda Balek and her son Greg Balek.

As a New Englander, Linda has always been inspired by the abundance of nature, which is evident throughout her work. Originally from Maine, she…

 

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A Plus Tutoring offers specialized prep for the new Digital SAT exam

CATHY SCARLATOS

MELROSE — Now in its 18th year, A Plus Tutoring of Melrose is offering test preparation for the Digital SAT exam, providing a specialized program that familiarizes students with this new computerized format.

The Digital SAT, first used in the U.S. this past spring, is taken on a computer. It is shorter in…

 

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Free leaf raking for seniors

NORTH READING — Students from the NRHS Interact Club are available for leaf raking for senior citizens through the end of November! NRHS students will come to your house prepared with rakes and leaf bags, and rake your leaves for free! Contact Andrew Falanga at 978-968-3069 if interested. Include your name, address, and available dates…

 

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Radio premiere tonight!

TUNE IN to 92.5FM or theriverboston.com at 10 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 21 to hear the radio premiere of “Wrong.” This haunting lyrical song about love and accountability was written, arranged and performed by North Reading’s own Preston Lydotes. It is being featured on 92.5 The River’s Homegrown Music Showcase, which spotlights some of the

 

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Front Page published November 21, 2024

 

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Veterans feted to USO-style breakfast and traditional Veterans’ Day ceremony

ON VETERANS’ DAY, Eagle Scout candidate Liam Steele greeted honored guest speaker Lt. Col. Kyle Bush, USMC (Ret), at left, and Major TJ Tedeschi, USMC (Ret), the town’s new Veterans’ Service Director, during the ceremony on the Town Common. (Maureen Doherty Photo)

 

 


By MAUREEN DOHERTY

NORTH READING — The town’s veterans were treated…

 

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Scenes from Veterans’ Day ceremony and breakfast

STANDING GUARD throughout the Veterans’ Day ceremony were members of the Patriot Guard Riders. (Maureen Doherty Photo)

 

 

TAPS is played by NRHS Marching Band member Alexina Sepke on Veterans’ Day. (Maureen Doherty Photo)

 

 

PLACING OF THE WREATHS on war memorials by veterans (l-r): Gerard Pelletier (Navy, Vietnam), Joe Malek (Army: Vietnam),

 

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Line of fire

MEMBERS of the town’s DPW brush fire team have played a crucial role in maintaining a fire break to keep firefighters safe. They’ve cut down many trees and use backpack leaf blowers to ensure dry leaf litter does not add fuel to flames. The 17-day fire that began in Middleton has burned about 53 acres

 

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