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Scenes from Chief Zimmerman’s swearing in ceremony

NEW POLICE CHIEF Mark Zimmerman addresses those in attendance after being sworn in, which includes Chief Zimmerman’s wife and family. (Courtesy North Reading Police Dept.)

 

THE PRESENTATION OF THE COLORS was provided by the North Reading Police Department Color Guard to start off the swearing-in ceremony for Chief Mark Zimmerman. (Courtesy Photo North Reading

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One opening remains on new Wastewater Project Committee

By MAUREEN DOHERTY

NORTH READING — Noting that time is of the essence to fulfill the mission of the newly created Wastewater Project Committee (WPC), the Select Board voted Monday night to appoint the five people who have volunteered to serve on it.

One at-large seat remains open and the board is eager to get…

 

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Truck-mounted mosquito spraying tonight

NORTH READING — The East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project is planning to use a truck-mounted aerosol sprayer to control mosquitoes in North Reading.

Spraying will be done between sunset and 11:30 p.m. tonight, Thursday, Aug. 10. It is scheduled for areas of North Reading located near Grant Street, Southwick Road, Park Street, Winter Street, Ridgeway…

 

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Chief Zimmerman: ‘We serve to protect the fabric of this great community’

North Reading Police Chief Mark Zimmerman takes the oath of office as it is administered by Town Clerk Susan Duplin at his swearing-in ceremony August 2. See more photos on page 15. (Courtesy Photo North Reading Police Department)

 

NORTH READING — Lt. Mark Zimmerman has been promoted to be the next Chief of Police…

 

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Take it easy!

LT. JOE THIBODEAU urges the driver of a pick-up truck to drive with caution while passing through a flooded section of Lowell Road, near the Wilmington line, at noon on Tuesday. Meanwhile, at left, DPW personnel stand in ankle-deep water while getting tools out of their truck. Severe rain storms throughout the morning also flooded

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Boston’s comedy history takes center stage

VETERAN ARTS JOURNALIST Nick Zaino discusses the history of the Boston comedy scene, including the famed duo Bob and Ray shown on the screen. (Dan Tomasello Photo)

 

By DAN TOMASELLO

LYNNFIELD — Boston comedy has a rich history according to veteran arts journalist Nick Zaino.

Zaino, who works as a freelance journalist for “The…

 

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Aldersgate sends team of 23 to serve in Washington County, Maine

THE ALDERSGATE TEAM that traveled to Washington County, Maine for a week of service were (from left): Rev. Rachel Fisher, Matt Page, Jack Page, Kevin Spicer, Calvin Fisher, Sam Fisher, Bob Meredith, Max Murray, Peter Foley, Wes Fisher, Bobby Pierce, Sally Meredith, George Schofield (partially hidden), Chuck Helm, Eva Fisher, Dylan Mainini, Bryce Larose, Christin…

 

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NFPA resources for mitigating fire and electrical hazards

NORTH READING – With extreme temperatures breaking records around the world, scientists predict that 2023 could be the hottest year on record. As a series of heat waves continue to blanket large portions of the U.S., residents are actively looking for more information on what they can do to beat the heat safely.

In response…

 

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Town to receive $517,703 for local road and bridge projects 

BOSTON – North Reading will receive $517,703 in Chapter 90 road and bridge funding as part of a $375 million municipal transportation bond bill recently finalized by the House and Senate with the support of House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones, Jr. (R-North Reading) and Senate Minority Leader Bruce E. Tarr (R-Gloucester).

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Moynihan Lumber awards scholarship to Caroline Huntress

THE 2023 MOYNIHAN LUMBER Scholarship is presented by Rita Mullin (NRHS Class of ’67) to Caroline Huntress, who graduated No. 1 in this year’s graduating class at NRHS. (Courtesy Photo)

 

NORTH READING — Caroline Huntress is the recipient of the Moynihan Lumber scholarship awarded to a North Reading High School Class of 2023 student…

 

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Attend Purple Heart Day ceremony Aug. 7

By MAUREEN DOHERTY

NORTH READING — Help honor our town’s Purple Heart recipients by attending the National Purple Heart Recognition Day ceremony on the Town Common Monday, August 7 at 6 p.m.

Veterans Director/VSO Susan Magner and the town’s Veterans Department and Veterans Events Committee is hosting the ceremony at the flagpole to honor those…

 

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