Editorial: The mission continues as the Item turns 132 years old May 7, 2026 THE WAKEFIELD DAILY ITEM BUILDING on Albion Street in 1919. Today the Wakefield Daily Item is 132 years old. In this business — hyper local community news gathering — it is virtually unheard of. That’s not patting ourselves on the back. It is simply a fact. Not many companies our size have been around… We have switched to a subscription model for online access. Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.Subscribe Now!
