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Preparing for a different kind of voyage

PREPARING TO TAKE A trip through time last night on the Common are (from the left): WCAT Executive Director Tom Stapleton; Patrick Shea, owner of the DeLorean Time Machine, and Nikki Baronas with the controls. Last night’s Movie By The Lake, hosted by WCAT, was “Back to the Future,” which is now 30 years old. (Donna Larsson Photo)
PREPARING TO TAKE A trip through time last night on the Common are (from the left): WCAT Executive Director Tom Stapleton; Patrick Shea, owner of the DeLorean Time Machine, and Nikki Baronas with the controls. Last night’s Movie By The Lake, hosted by WCAT, was “Back to the Future,” which is now 30 years old.

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Groups thanks for July Fourth

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — July 4, 2015 will always be remembered as the day that Wakefield’s grand Independence Day Parade (WIDC) returned after an absence of two years. But the West Side Social Club’s continuous contribution to the all-day festivities cannot be overlooked, and for that reason, the Board of Selectmen invited both groups…

 

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Meletharb’s basks in cherished memories

Jared Palladino, owner of Meletharb on Lowell Street, said his ice cream shop won Best in New England for his baklava ice cream. Little wonder. This flavor wins hands down for its creaminess, sweet taste and chunks of honey-laden baklava. (Gail Lowe Photo)
Jared Palladino, owner of Meletharb on Lowell Street, said his ice cream shop won Best in New England for his baklava ice cream. Little wonder. This flavor wins hands down for its creaminess, sweet taste and chunks of honey-laden baklava. (Gail Lowe Photo)

Published in the July 24, 2015 edition

By GAIL LOWE

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Galvin project under budget

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — With the exception of some “punch list” items, the $74 million Galvin Middle School project is complete.

“I’m very happy to report that the substantial completion of the contract occurred Thursday, July 16, 2015,” Permanent Building Committee chairman Joseph Bertrand told the Board of Selectmen this week, “and Building Inspector…

 

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Former resident in ‘Honor Flight’

LOUISE DANCA GOBBEO, front center, not only took part in an Honor Flight on July 17 and 18 in Washington, D.C., she was honored by her family members, who joined her in Washington. Standing, from left: Judy Muse, Sally Medico Anastasio, Marge Murray, Mary Danca, Dorothy Harkins and Karen Trembly.
LOUISE DANCA GOBBEO, front center, not only took part in an Honor Flight on July 17 and 18 in Washington, D.C., she was honored by her family members, who joined her in Washington. Standing, from left: Judy Muse, Sally Medico Anastasio, Marge Murray, Mary Danca, Dorothy Harkins and Karen Trembly.

Published in the July 23…

 

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Community meeting Monday to support Stone Zoo

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Published in the July 23, 2015 edition

STONEHAM — Seeking to galvanize regional public support as the Stone Zoo pursues renewal of its accreditation, Zoo New England, the non-profit that operates the Stone Zoo, and local state legislators are holding a public community meeting to inform the public about the status of the accreditation process…

 

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Selectmen back ZBA after complaints

Published in the July 22, 2015 edition

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — The Board of Selectmen, while cautioning against any future untoward displays of emotion, strongly backed the Zoning Board of Appeals in a flap over an episode that occurred at the June 10 ZBA meeting. ZBA Chairman David Hatfield appeared before the selectmen Monday…

 

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Summer reading program update

Published in the July 22, 2015 edition

By GAIL LOWE

WAKEFIELD — Wakefield readers have logged 6,132 books since Monday, June 22, when the “Wakefield Reads” summer program was launched, according to Beebe Librarian Nancy Sheehan.
“The 6,132 books read means we are more than halfway to our goal of reading 10,000 books,” said Sheehan…

 

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School IT plan revealed

Published in the July 22, 2015 edition

By GAIL LOWE

WAKEFIELD — Schools Technology Director Jeff Winer attended last week’s school board meeting and laid out for members areas of focus for the 2015-2016 academic year.
These include:
• Exploring new information system options for beginning transition in early 2016
• Consolidating the district library…

 

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PHOTO: Foaming up

WAKEFIELD firefighters attended training yesterday at the Nahant Street Waste Facility on how to use foam to extinguish flammable liquids. (Gail Lowe Photo)
WAKEFIELD firefighters attended training yesterday at the Nahant Street Waste Facility on how to use foam to extinguish flammable liquids. (Gail Lowe Photo)

Published in the July 22, 2015 edition

 

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Next Wakefield Summer Band concert Friday

Published in the July 22, 2015 edition

THE AWESOME MUSIC OF the Wakefield Summer Band can be heard this Friday at the Lower Common.
THE AWESOME MUSIC OF the Wakefield Summer Band can be heard this Friday at the Lower Common.

WAKEFIELD — This Friday at 7 p.m., the Wakefield Summer Band continues its 14th season of their popular “Fridays at the Bandstand” series for the community. Come on down to the…

 

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Classic car showing

A CLASSIC THUNDERBIRD was on display at a previous Residence at Pearl Street Classic Car Show Event. This year’s event is scheduled for Sunday, July 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the campus of The Residence at Pearl Street, 75 Pearl St. in Reading. Event is open to the public and attendees are welcome to enjoy a BBQ while reviewing automotive history.
A CLASSIC THUNDERBIRD was on display at a previous Residence at Pearl Street Classic Car Show Event. This year’s event is scheduled for Sunday, July 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the campus of The Residence at Pearl Street, 75 Pearl St. in Reading. Event is open to the public and attendees are

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