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Town launches MakeItWakefield.com

THE Savings Bank clock, a fixture on Main Street for many years, was hoisted back into place Monday morning at the corner of Chestnut and Main streets after being sent out for service in the fall of 2014. (Gail Lowe Photo)

WAKEFIELD — The Town of Wakefield announces the launch of its new marketing and…

 

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Local Republicans back Minogue for governor

WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield Republican Town Committee proudly endorses Mike Minogue for governor.

Mike Minogue understands the challenges facing hardworking Massachusetts families and taxpayers. As a CEO of a successful Massachusetts business, Mike brings real-world leadership, accountability, and common-sense solutions to state government. He is committed to lowering costs for families, making Massachusetts more affordable…

 

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WDI Editorial: Grow wild

Trees, flowers and plants have come back to life. It is a perfect time to celebrate.

Tomorrow is “Growing Wild Day,” the start of this year’s statewide initiative encouraging residents to support pollinator habitats by planting native species in our gardens.

In celebration of “Growing Wild Day,” leaders from the Department of Conservation and Recreation…

 

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Auto theft reported

WAKEFIELD — Police are investigating the theft of an automobile from a driveway on Charles Street early this morning. The residents called police just after 3:30 a.m. and reported that when they got up for work a short time earlier they noticed that their 2023 Acura MDX was missing from their driveway.

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Throwback Thursday, 1968

WITH THE FOURTH of July just weeks away, local organizations are busy behind the scenes building floats for this year’s Independence Day Parade. Today’s Throwback photo from 1968 was taken by Item photographer Joe Hakey. Pictured is the Wakefield Lions Club parade entry, which won First Prize for outstanding float that year. Back then, the…

 

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More School Choice seats coming to WMHS

By NEIL ZOLOT

WAKEFIELD – Just after a vote to approve an amended version of School Choice, the School Committee elevated member Kevin Piskadlo from vice chairman to chairman at their meeting Tuesday, May 26. It was the first time all members were in attendance since the Town Election.

Melissa Quinn was chosen as the new…

 

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Front Page: May 27, 2026

 

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An eventful spring at the Wakefield Garden Club

WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield Garden Club has had a busy spring season.

In April, WGC held a fundraiser at Main St. Grille & Taphouse which raised $315 towards the annual scholarship offered to Wakefield graduates who will be majoring in environmental-related studies in college.

The annual Floral Way Festival was held on Saturday, May 16…

 

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WEF’s STARS announced

WAKEFIELD — One hundred twelve Wakefield Public Schools staff members were recognized by the Wakefield Educational Foundation’s (WEF) STARS program during Teachers Appreciation Week in May.

The unique STARS (Staff and Teachers Are Really Special) program allows donors to acknowledge those who make significant contributions to their child’s education.

Each honoree received a personalized WEF…

 

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Front Page: May 26, 2026

 

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Town honors the fallen on Memorial Day

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD – Inclement weather forced both the West Side Social Club’s morning Memorial Day exercises and the town’s afternoon ceremony indoors, although in classic New England fashion, the skies cleared and the sun emerged as attendees were leaving the Galvin Middle School at the conclusion of the day’s formal events.

Priscilla Powers served as the master of ceremonies for the West

 

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Sliski earns the Rollins Award from the Meghan Burnett Foundation

KATHRYN SLISKI, pictured here with Bob Burnett of the Meghan Burnett Foundation, earned this year’s Charlie Rollins Award for graduating musician/athletes. (Courtesy Photo)

WAKEFIELD — Friday, May 15 was a gray, damp Senior Day for the Wakefield softball team but spirits remained high as the locals rolled to another decisive Freedom Division victory, this time

 

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