Wakefield News

Published in the June 27, 2017 edition.

Published in the June 27, 2017 edition.

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD – As part of its ongoing downtown revitalization efforts, the town got a grant in 2016 from the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) to look at ways to turn Albion Street (from Main Street to North Avenue) into a thriving arts and culture destination. Last night…

Published in the June 26, 2017 edition.

WAKEFIELD — Sal Orifice is this year’s Fourth of July Parade Grand Marshal.

Following is a release from the Wakefield Independence Day Committee, which is in charge of the parade:

“The Wakefield Independence…

Published in the June 23, 2017 edition.

Published in the June 23, 2017 edition.

WAKEFIELD — Although the Fourth of July is a little over two weeks away, the West Side Social Club is still seeking donations to provide the day-long events.

If any household or business is able to send a donation to help defray the escalating costs needed to provide…

Published in the June 23, 2017 edition.

Due to the number of inquiries organizers of the West Side Social Club Fourth of July’s events have received, here are a few guidlelines you need to follow to participate.

1) Fishing Derby:  All children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration will…

Published in the June 22, 2017 edition.

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD – There are upwards of 20 group homes of various types in the town of Wakefield and sometimes they cause problems for their neighbors.

The question of what can be done about these issues was the subject of a town-sponsored forum last night at…

Published in the June 22, 2017 edition.

Published in the June 21, 2017 edition

WAKEFIELD — The West Side Social Club 4th of July Committee is pleased to announce this year’s theme for the annual children’s events held on the morning of July 4. A different theme is selected yearly for the children to decorate their tricycle, bicycle, scooter, cart, or doll…

Published in the June 21, 2017 edition

Published in the June 20, 2017 edition.

WAKEFIELD – The Board of Directors of Wakefield Main Streets, Inc., recently announced a change in its slate of officers. During a recent Board meeting, former Vice President Bob Mailhoit was appointed President of the organization and Director Susan Wetmore was appointed vice president.

Mailhoit will replace Paul…

Published in the June 20, 2017 edition.