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Dollar Tree coming

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — It’s official.

Dollar Tree has signed a lease to take over the old CVS building and the adjacent former Santoro’s location at 376-378 Main St. in the heart of downtown Wakefield. Dollar Tree could be open for business as soon as next March, filling a longstanding, major vacancy in the…

 

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Homeless students here

By GAIL LOWE

WAKEFIELD — The words “student” and “homeless” used in a single sentence seems to be an incongruity but the fact is there are homeless students and a few attend classes in Wakefield’s schools.

In September, seven homeless students were enrolled in the district; in October, eight. Last January there were 11.

Homelessness…

 

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GMS bears the name of a soldier-statesman

AS NATO’S TOP military leader, General John R. Galvin was often asked for input by men like President George H.W. Bush. (Photo courtesy of Mark Curley)
AS NATO’S TOP military leader, General John R. Galvin was often asked for input by men like President George H.W. Bush. (Photo courtesy of Mark Curley)

This is the first of two parts.

WAKEFIELD — John Rogers Galvin, mason’s son and retired four star U.S. Army General, will have the new middle school rededicated in…

 

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‘All gave some, and some gave all’

Veterans’ Day ceremonies held in impressive new GMS Memorial Auditorium

THE WAKEFIELD MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Chamber Singers performed the National Anthem and “Of Thee I Sing.”
THE WAKEFIELD MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Chamber Singers performed the National Anthem and “Of Thee I Sing.”

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — Hundreds of local residents turned out yesterday for the first ever Veterans’ Day ceremonies held in the new Veterans Memorial Auditorium at the Galvin…

 

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SC to hear Zrike goals tonight

By GAIL LOWE

WAKEFIELD — At tonight’s school board meeting, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Stephen K. Zrike will speak about his three goals for improving the Wakefield district.

A motion will then be made for school board members to accept the goals as presented,

Dr. Zrike’s first goal focuses on student learning and concerns coaching…

 

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Resident leads police on wild chase

By GAIL LOWE

PELHAM, N.H. — A 30-year-old man from Wakefield was arraigned in Salem District Court, Salem, N.H. today on charges of receiving stolen property, operating a motor vehicle after his license was suspended, disobeying a police officer, resisting arrest, willful interference with police dogs and being a fugitive from justice.

Last night at…

 

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PHOTO: At the summit, a clear view of lakes region

ON A BEAUTIFUL fall afternoon, Boy Scouts from Wakefield’s Troop 701 threw their backpacks on and climbed Parker Mountain in New Hampshire. In this photo, the scouts are standing in front of a massive cairn that marks the summit. A short distance away, the trail opens to a bare, rocky knoll with spectacular views of the lakes of central New Hampshire. The scouts made camp there and enjoyed an outdoor meal while watching the sunset. The crystal clear night allowed for spectacular stargazing; some of the scouts slept out under the stars while others pitched tents. After a hiker’s breakfast the scouts descended the mountain, leaving no trace of their presence in the wilderness.
ON A BEAUTIFUL fall afternoon, Boy Scouts from Wakefield’s Troop 701 threw their backpacks on and climbed Parker Mountain in New Hampshire. In this photo, the scouts are standing in front of a massive cairn that marks the summit. A short distance away, the trail opens to a bare, rocky knoll with spectacular views of

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PHOTO: High above a school craft fair

THE ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL had a craft fair Nov. 1 and 2 in the Americal Civic Center. This is a different look at the successful event. (cmac Images)
THE ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL had a craft fair Nov. 1 and 2 in the Americal Civic Center. This is a different look at the successful event. (cmac Images)

 

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A soldier’s story can now be told

By GAIL LOWE

GORDON McRAE’S son Andrew realized a dream to fly in his father’s navigator position in a Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress with the actual bomber jacket his father wore.
GORDON McRAE’S son Andrew realized a dream to fly in his father’s navigator position in a Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress with the actual bomber jacket his father wore.

WAKEFIELD — Today, the Daily Item honors all veterans who have fought on foreign soil to protect the freedom of this magnificent country we…

 

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Veterans’ honor sought

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — Wakefield wants to become a “Purple Heart Town,” in honor of all local veterans who been wounded or killed in action. Last night, on the eve of Veterans’ Day, the Board of Selectmen took the first step toward making it happen.

Dan Benjamin of the Veterans Advisory Board appeared before…

 

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PHOTO: A busy week for local Daisy troop

DAISY TROOP 66174 welcomed old and new members this past week. They decorated festive Thanksgiving bags for the Interfaith Food Pantry. The Daisies also participated in the Color A Smile program, having their cheerful drawings sent to senior citizens and our troops overseas.
DAISY TROOP 66174 welcomed old and new members this past week. They decorated festive Thanksgiving bags for the Interfaith Food Pantry. The Daisies also participated in the Color A Smile program, having their cheerful drawings sent to senior citizens and our troops overseas.

 

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Veterans’ Day ceremony at Galvin Tuesday

WAKEFIELD — The town of Wakefield will honor all veterans, fallen or standing, on Tuesday, Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. on the grounds of the Galvin Middle School.

The ceremony will begin with a greeting by American Legion Commander Thomas Collins followed by posting of the colors by the American Legion Post 63 Color Guard…

 

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