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INSPIRED by the resilience of the Ukrainian people upon the invasion of their country by Russia last week, Gary Hastings (right) and his son Kyle created this large peace snow sculpture in their yard on Heritage Way Sunday. (Heidi Hastings Photo)

A LATE WINTER sunrise of brilliant golds and muted pinks, as seen from the grounds of the Putnam House on Bow Street. (Maureen Doherty Photo)

NORTH READING – With Ash Wednesday coming up next week that means it’s time for the Lenten lobster bisque that is made by the pastor of the Union Congregational Church, Rev. Dr. Richard Hughes.

The lobster bisque will be available every Friday beginning next Friday, March 4, and will continue through Good Friday which is…

DON’T BLINK moms and dads because graduation day will arrive just…like…that! The NRHS Class of 2033 posed for their first official photograph before heading off to first grade at the Batchelder, Hood and Little Schools not too long ago and the year is already half over. These little Hornets will get together each year wearing…

CHINA Cuisine is under new ownership. Their common victualler/all-alcohol license transfer to PH Wealth Inc. was approved by the Select Board. From left: De Sheng Zhu of PH Wealth, former owner Victor Hui and new manager Shanshan Ou. (Maureen Doherty Photo)

By MAUREEN DOHERTY

NORTH READING — It’s the end of an era as…

SEVEN-YEAR-OLD Brynn Coyle makes a snow angel while snowflakes swirl in the air all around her. (Maegan Coyle Photo)

A HELPFUL sledder patiently waits for her companion as she plays in the snow during the long trek back up the hill on the common. (Maureen Doherty Photo)

TOWN CLERK Barbara Stats (center) was feted Friday at a retirement party held at the Hillview in recognition of her four decades of service to the town, including 24 years as Town Clerk. From left: grandson Jake Stats, husband Don Stats Sr., Mrs. Stats, son Fire Chief Don Stats Jr. and daughter-in-law Tracy Stats. See…