Wakefield News

Published in the September 23, 2019 edition.

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — On the last Saturday of the summer, people of all ages made their way to the Lower Common for “Games on the Green,” an afternoon of family fun to help the First Parish Congregational Church celebrate its 375th anniversary. And with bright sunshine and…

Published in the September 20, 2019 edition.

WAKEFIELD — On Monday, the Town Council will receive more information about two very important upcoming events: Heritage Day and the Wakefield Alliance Against Violence’s “Racing to End Domestic Violence” 5K around Lake Quannapowitt.

First, representatives of the Historical Society are scheduled to make a presentation on September 28’s…

Published in the September 19, 2019 edition.

By MARK SARDELLA

I was vaguely aware that John J. Round had been a town official way back at the beginning of the 20th century. But, like most people, I had no inkling about his more significant contributions to the town.

I had no idea, for…

Published in the September 19, 2019 edition.

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — The Zoning Board of Appeals and the developer of the Tarrant Lane property continue to tie up loose ends in anticipation of a ZBA decision, which could come as soon as Oct. 9.

The proposed 40B project would be built on a 3.4 acre…

Published September 18, 2019

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — Soon after the Recreation Department moved its office into the Americal Civic Center several years ago, Director Dan McGrath became acutely aware that the flooring in the Drill Hall was in rough shape.

“We were past borrowed time,” McGrath said, adding that the risk of someone…

Published in the September 17, 2019 edition.

WAKEFIELD — A much-anticipated decision on the future of the First Baptist Church site has been made. The congregation voted on Sunday to rebuild on the site of last year’s devastating fire that destroyed the historic house of worship.

“I wanted to let you know that today the…

Published in the September 16, 2019 edition.

WAKEFIELD — Beginning September 30, JRM Hauling and Recycling will be servicing the town for both trash and recycling management. Little will change for residents, and existing blue trash bins will still be used.

Currently, JRM provides recycling services to Wakefield and Russell Disposal provides trash refuse collection…