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Something for everyone at IRP!

July 31, 2025

AN INTERGENERATIONAL crowd enjoyed the classic rock music of the 1960s to 2000s performed by Perfect Crime at the fourth and final Summer BBQ at Ipswich River Park July 23. The food, music and children’s entertainment is presented by Friends of North Reading Parks and Recreation and its event sponsors each summer. (Maureen Doherty Photo…

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Yummy!

July 31, 2025

LITTLE Scarlett Bondar, 2, enjoyed every bite of her juicy watermelon at last week’s Summer BBQ at Ipswich River Park sponsored by the Friends of NR Parks and Recreation. (Maureen Doherty Photo)

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Joining in the clown parade!

July 31, 2025

YOUNGSTERS had fun making lots of noise on their percussion instruments while marching to the beat of the accordion played by band leader Davey the Clown at the conclusion of his show during the Summer BBQ at IRP July 23 (Maureen Doherty Photo)

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Track Stars

July 31, 2025

THE NORTH READING Parks and Recreation Youth Track and Field camp took place from June 23 to June 26 at NRHS and had over 200 campers and 25 counselors as well as six coaches instructing. Campers engaged in proper warmups and were instructed on event rules, proper techniques, safety issues and insights into gaining a

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Cowabunga!

July 31, 2025

FRIENDS Winnie Gardner (left) and Lucile Brennan cooled off from 90-degree temperatures by sliding down the inflatable waterslide at Recreation Station on July 25. (Dan Tomasello Photo)

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Thrill ride!

July 30, 2025

DAVEY THE CLOWN combined his unicycle riding skills and a two-wheeled hand truck affixed with a wooden bin into an amusement ride for Lily as part of his children’s show at the last Summer BBQ of the season at IRP held July 23. Lily’s balloon animal hat was the icing on the cake! (Maureen Doherty

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Spellbinding fun

July 30, 2025

LYNNFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOLS’ Wicked Camp was a big hit with campers last week. (Morgan Festa Photo)

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Jimmy Fund Heroes

July 30, 2025

THE LYNNFIELD LITTLE LEAGUE Jimmy Fund 10-year-old team celebrates a recent, 14-0 victory over Winthrop. The team is one of multiple LLL squads working hard to support the Jimmy Fund. (Courtesy Photo)

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A break from the action

July 30, 2025

FRIENDS, from left, Ruby Pullo, Olivia Nisembaum and Mikayla Pagliuca take a break from sliding down the inflatable waterslide at Recreation Station on July 25. (Dan Tomasello Photo)

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The Transformation of Wakefield continues

July 30, 2025

THE FORMER Foundry Street industrial corridor is rapidly turning onto an upscale residential district. (Mark Sardella Photo)

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A wealth of experience

July 29, 2025

LOCAL McDonald’s restaurant employees Jean Boudreau, Lisa Howlett, Carlos Vega, Santos Pojoy and Claire Brown were recognized for working a collective total of 170+ years. These are some long-serving crew members! According to a McDonald’s spokesperson, “They are the heart of the restaurant and are beloved by generations of customers. Their stories speak to dedication,

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Revere Beach Sand Sculpting Festival

July 28, 2025

WAKEFIELD RESIDENT Miriam Morales visited the Revere Sand Sculpting Festival over the weekend. This year’s theme was the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. Master sand sculptors competed for prize money. (Miriam Morales Photo)

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