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Time for Class of 2026 to shine

Editorial published in the North Reading Transcript on June 11, 2026

The commencement ceremony for North Reading High’s Class of 2026 last Friday night marked the culmination of a lot of hard work, which should be a source of pride for the 166 graduates.

It has been a complicated time for class members as they…

 

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RSVP for Historical Society’s annual meeting, members’ dinner

Published in the North Reading Transcript on June 11, 2026

NORTH READING — The North Reading Historical and Antiquarian Society will hold its annual meeting and members’ dinner on Thursday, June 18. The event begins at 5 p.m. with refreshments at the Damon Tavern, followed by a short annual meeting during which new officers will…

 

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Aldersgate’s Free-for-All Breakfast June 13

Published in the North Reading Transcript on June 11, 2026

NORTH READING — On Saturday, June 13 from 8-10 a.m., Aldersgate UMC invites the public to enjoy their Free-for-All Breakfast buffet of breakfast fare, from pancakes and french toast, to baked beans, bacon, sausage, eggs, fresh fruit, oatmeal, quick breads and more!

All this is…

 

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What’s the Buzz?

Published in the North Reading Transcript on June 11, 2026

NORTH READING — Have you heard the latest buzz? Sharing the details of your NR event or meeting is easy via [email protected]. Deadline: Mondays at 5 p.m.

Public meetings: Agendas of public boards must be posted at least 48 hours in advance on the town…

 

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Plant a Seed, Read! Library’s Summer Reading Kick-off Party today!

Published in the North Reading Transcript on June 11, 2026

NORTH READING — Be sure to join in the fun and excitement of the Summer Reading Kickoff Party at the Flint Memorial Library today, Thursday, June 11, from 5-6:30 p.m. It is being held outdoors on the grounds of the Rev. Daniel Putnam House at…

 

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Tax relief: FY27 Senior Means Test workshop June 16

Our Place on the Hill column published in the North Reading Transcript on June 11, 2026

NORTH READING — An informational session on the FY27 Senior Means Test and Personal Tax Exemptions will be hosted by Deb Carbone and Paula Berry of the Assessor’s Office on Tuesday, June 16 at 10 a.m. in Room 14…

 

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Looking Back in the pages of the Transcript

Published in the North Reading Transcript on June 11, 2026

70 YEARS AGO

June 7, 1956

A “stunning” development. On June 5, the Town of North Reading received the unexpected news that its long-awaited junior-senior high school, which is now nearing completion, is being built under a contract that was illegally awarded according to the…

 

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Saugus man summonsed after motorcycle crash

North Reading Police Department blotter published in the North Reading Transcript on June 11, 2026

NORTH READING — A 34-year-old Saugus man was summonsed to court following a motor vehicle accident on Tuesday, May 26.

Police and firefighters responded to a rear-end accident after a 2013 motorcycle crashed into the back of a 2025 GMC…

 

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Jones district office hours June 12

Published in the North Reading Transcript on June 4, 2026

 

NORTH READING – House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones Jr. (R-North Reading) will be holding his monthly district office hours in North Reading on Friday, June 12, taking place from 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. at the Flint Memorial Library, 147 Park St.

During office hours…

 

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How did we ever survive childhood (Part 3)

Published in the North Reading Transcript on June 4, 2026

 

By VIRGINIA MCNEIL SLEP

 

I know it’s hard to believe, but when I was a kid, everybody… absolutely everybody…drank tap water. Right from the tap. There was no such thing as bottled water. In nearly every kitchen, there was a glass beside the…

 

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Masse holds office hours June 11

Published in the North Reading Transcript on June 4, 2026

 

NORTH READING – Select Board member Nick Masse will hold office hours on Thursday, June 11 from 5:30-7 p.m. in Room 5 at Town Hall, 235 North St. All welcome to attend.

 

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