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Calling all Artists! Show your work at the Apple Festival
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 NORTH READING — The North Reading Historical & Antiquarian Society is seeking donations of original artwork and craftwork for the Art Raffle and Silent Auction planned for its 32nd Annual Apple Festival on Saturday, Sept. 26. Featuring plenty of apple pie and ice cream, live……
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Awarded B.S. from U of Tampa
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 TAMPA, Florida — William McCann of North Reading was awarded a bachelor of science degree in finance from the University of Tampa. The university’s 162nd commencement was held on May 9. We have switched to a subscription model for online access. Please purchase an…
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Starting ‘em young
Photo published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 PROUD DAD Andy Mason introduced his one-week-old daughter Olivia to her first Summer BBQ and Concert at Ipswich River Park last Wednesday night. (Maureen Doherty Photo) We have switched to a subscription model for online access. Please purchase an Online Subscription in…
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Summer and Polio
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 By VIRGINIA MCNEIL SLEP At the end of my first grade year, in the summer of 1949, my mother learned that the Red Cross was offering swimming lessons at Stearns Pond in Harold Parker Forest in Andover, so she signed me up. Every day……
Sports
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Friends of NRHS boys’ soccer golf tournament set for Aug. 10
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 By STEPHEN MARTELLUCCI NORTH READING — The first-ever Friends of North Reading High boys’ soccer golf tournament will take place on Monday, Aug. 10 at Hillview Golf Course. The event is a four-man team scramble format and will be a shotgun start that will……
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North Reading 12-year-old All-Stars set to host district finals on Thursday
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 THE NRLL 12-year-old Williamsport All-Stars went 3-1 in pool play to make the District 13 Finals. North Reading will host Billerica in the Finals on Thursday night at 7:30 p.m. The winner will advance to sectionals next week. The members of the team……
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North Reading A’s looking to finish regular season on a hot streak
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 By STEPHEN MARTELLUCCI NORTH READING — Last summer, the North Reading A’s went 5-19 in the North Shore Baseball League (ages 18 and over). The A’s ended up in last place (11th) as they missed the playoffs. With their 8-3 loss to the Kingston……
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Mello named to baseball All-Scholastic teams
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 GLENN MELLO, the CAL MVP, was recently named to the Boston Globe and Boston Herald All-Scholastic teams after a terrific junior season on the mound and at the plate for the Hornets. (Alicen Encarnacao Racca Photos) NORTH READING — North Reading High’s Glenn Mello……
Obituaries
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Gail Manning, 85
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 Believed life was meant to be embraced with curiosity, courage, and a spirit of adventure NORTH READING — Gail Manning, a longtime resident of North Reading, Mass., passed away on July 12, 2026, after a valiant battle with cancer. She was surrounded by……
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Deborah A. Brophy, 69
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 Expert cook, gardener, birder, crafter and music aficionado who was full of love NORTH READING — Deborah A. (Farris, Lane) Brophy, known best by those closest to her as “Kiki,” passed away at home, peacefully, with her husband at her side, and family……
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Robert Davidson, 71
Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026 Marine Corps veteran and retired firefighter who was driven by a desire to serve others NORTH READING — Robert “Bob” Davidson, 71, of North Reading, Mass., passed away peacefully on July 10, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer. Bob proudly served his……