Wakefield News

Shelby Nikitin named parade Grand Marshal

COMMANDER SHELBY NIKITIN with her daughter and husband Kevin Yost at the officer’s Navy retirement ceremony.

WAKEFIELD — The Grand Marshal for the July 4th Independence Day Parade in Wakefield will be retired Naval Commander Shelby Nikitin. Shelby is a 2000 graduate of Wakefield Memorial High and a 2004 graduate of the college of Holy…

 

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

Shelby Nikitin named parade Grand Marshal Read More

The Friends of Beebe Library seeking book donations

Collection drive Saturday at the Hurd School

WAKEFIELD — The Friends of the Beebe Library Book Sale Team is hard at work on their 2026 Book Sale and would love to get your used books.

The team has had fewer donation drives this year as members were waiting for approval to use the Hurd School…

 

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

The Friends of Beebe Library seeking book donations Read More

Front Page: March 11, 2026

 

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

Front Page: March 11, 2026 Read More

FOLQ seeks artists for May show

WAKEFIELD — The Friends of Lake Quannapowitt are hosting an art show on May 1 and 2 featuring artwork of Lake Quannapowitt and its surrounding natural lands. The show will be held in the Americal Civic Center Heritage Room.

The theme is “Celebrating the Natural Beauty of Our Lake.”

Pre-registration is happening now through March…

 

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

FOLQ seeks artists for May show Read More

News Moors 2024

Hearing on Route 128 widening April 9

WAKEFIELD — The state has been exploring widening Route 128, or Interstate 95, in our area for years. After a hearing on Thursday, April 9, officials say they will be looking for your views and comments about the plan.

The public hearing will be held virtually on Zoom. It begins at 6:30 p.m.

The project…

 

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

Hearing on Route 128 widening April 9 Read More

Another larceny reported at the UPS Store

WAKEFIELD — For the second time in about a week, police were told that someone went to the UPS Store on Lincoln Street to pick up a cell phone, only to find another person had shown enough identification to employees to walk off with it first.

At about 1:15 yesterday afternoon a woman went to…

 

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

Another larceny reported at the UPS Store Read More

Candace Linehan seeks reelection to Board of Health

CANDACE LINEHAN

The following was submitted by the candidate.

I am excited to announce my candidacy for reelection to the Wakefield Board of Health. It has been an honor to represent Wakefield since 2019 and I look forward to continuing my service for three more years.

It has been 2 busy terms on the Board…

 

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

Candace Linehan seeks reelection to Board of Health Read More

Front Page: March 10, 2026

 

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

Front Page: March 10, 2026 Read More

Holocaust survivor: It can happen again

TIBOR SPITZ and his family hid in the Slovakian mountains for seven months during World War II. Most of his relatives died in the Holocaust. (Neil Zolot Photo)

By NEIL ZOLOT

 

READING — Holocaust survivor Tibor Spitz, 96, spoke at a Chabad of Wakefield event Monday, March 9 at Reading Memorial High School. “I’m…

 

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

Holocaust survivor: It can happen again Read More

Community Calendar…

TUESDAY, MARCH 10
• Woodcarving with Leo, McCarthy Senior Center on Converse Street, 10 a.m. Ready to whittle your way to a new hobby? Whether you’re a total beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, Leo will guide you through the satisfying art of transforming wood into something wonderful. Just grab your carving tools and…

 

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

Community Calendar… Read More

Town Council, School Committee meetings and ‘In the Middle’ at WCAT this week

 

THE GARDENING for Biodiversity with Native Plants program was filmed by WCAT.  (WCAT Screenshot)

 

 

WAKEFIELD — Tonight at 7 p.m., the Town Council will hold a hybrid meeting with members in the studio. Agenda items include, but are not limited to, a Public Hearing at 7:03 p.m., an update on The Scholarship…

 

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

Town Council, School Committee meetings and ‘In the Middle’ at WCAT this week Read More

Snow causes some scheduling adjustments at WMHS

THE BRICK FACADE is now up on much of the new Wakefield Memorial High School currently under construction. (Mark Sardella Photo)

WAKEFIELD — The following was sent to Wakefield Memorial High families by Principal Amy McLeod. Some editing of internet links may be necessary.

Due to the recent snow days, the calendar has been updated…

 

We have switched to a subscription model for online access.

Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.

Subscribe Now!

Snow causes some scheduling adjustments at WMHS Read More

Shopping Cart
  • Your cart is empty.
Scroll to Top