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Rocking first place

THE RNR INDOOR PERCUSSION group competed in the New England Scholastic Band Association (NESBA) finals at Dartmouth High School. Directed by Dan Muse, this is a combined group from NRHS and Reading Memorial High School. Their show, “Wild Things,” is based on the children’s book of the same name by Maurice Sendak. They earned first…

 

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NRHRG’s 3rd annual Black & Brown-Owned Market May 11

NORTH READING — The North Reading Human Rights Group is excited to sponsor its third annual Black & Brown Owned Market on Saturday, May 11 at the Ipswich River Park Gazebo, 15 Central St.

The market will run from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. and will feature local vendors who are all people of color…

 

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Drug Take Back event April 27

NORTH READING — The North Reading Police and North Reading Community Impact Team’s Youth Substance Use Prevention Coalition are again partnering with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) to encourage residents to safely dispose of unused and outdated prescription medication.

The next Rx Take Back Day will be held on Saturday, April 27 from 9 a.m…

 

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NRPD participating in Blue Envelope Project

NORTH READING — The North Reading Police Department is participating in the Blue Envelope Project, which aims to improve interactions between law enforcement and individuals on the autism spectrum, Chief Mark Zimmerman has announced.

The Blue Envelope Project was created via a partnership among the Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association, Massachusetts State Police, Advocates for…

 

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IRCC presents ’Seasons’ spring concert April 27, 28

 

 

NORTH READING — Please join the Ipswich River Community Chorus as we take you on a musical journey through the seasons of life.

The chorus, proudly led by our newly appointed Artistic Director Katherine B. Foley, presents its 2024 spring concert, “Seasons,” at the Union Congregational Church, 148 Haverhill Street, North Reading.

The…

 

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Don’t miss the Townwide Yard Sale Saturday

 

NORTH READING — North Reading will be the “place to be” for yard-salers on Saturday, April 27 from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.

The annual Townwide Yard Sale, sponsored by the Friends of the North Reading Council on Aging (FONRCOA), draws shoppers from near and far. It is a fundraiser to help continue and…

 

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Zyn nicotine pouches gaining popularity among teens, adults

Making An Impact is a column authored by members of the Community Impact Team (CIT). The Transcript publishes these articles periodically to inform our readers about the resources and free programming available to people of all ages in our community through the CIT’s efforts.

NORTH READING — Following in the steps of e-cigarettes and vaping…

 

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School Com. approves two FY25 budgets

By MAUREEN DOHERTY

NORTH READING — The School Committee voted to pass two versions of its FY25 budget on Monday night to present the voters with a choice of a balanced budget and one that would require an override of Proposition 2 1/2 in order to provide level services to students in the 2024-25 school…

 

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First call for Memorial Day marching units!

NORTH READING – The 2024 Memorial Day parade, organized by the North Reading Company of Minit and Militia, will step off from the town common at 11:15 a.m., on Monday, May 27, as the town marks observances to honor the service men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

All units…

 

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Four seniors homeless after house fire

FOUR seniors who resided in the three-family home at 114 Haverhill St. are currently homeless following a fire on April 16. (Barry Galvin Photo)

 

NORTH READING — Four senior citizens have been left homeless following a devastating daytime fire at 114 Haverhill St. shortly after noon on Tuesday, April 16.

Fortunately, no one was…

 

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Transcript travels to new heights!

ON PATRIOTS’ DAY, North Reading Transcript graphic artist and paginator John Keating scaled the summit of the iconic Angels Landing rock formation in Zion National Park, Utah (elevation 5,790 ft.). And just what did he pack for this trip of a lifetime? A copy of the Transcript, of course! (Courtesy Photo)

 

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Lexington Minute Men at Library tonight

MEET THE MINUTEMEN who continue the legacy of the Battle at Lexington and Concord that signaled the beginning of the fight for the Independence of America from British Colonial rule in 1775. (Courtesy Photo)

 

 

NORTH READING — Have you ever wondered why we celebrate Patriots’ Day every April?

Tonight, April 25, the public…

 

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