THE CHRISTMAS PAGEANT Nativity scene in Bethlehem at the Union Congregational Church was portrayed by (from left): Ayla McGlauflin, David Cook and Julia Connelly holding the baby Jesus. (Courtesy Photo)
NORTH READING — The Union Congregational Church, 148 Haverhill Street, celebrated its annual Christmas Pageant during the Sunday worship service on December 22. The…
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MELROSE — Members of the Melrose Police Department are participating in the B-Fit Challenge being held on January 25, 2026. The B-Fit Challenge is hosted by the Boston Bruins Foundation and is a fundraising event that utilizes the TD Garden as a course where members walk/run throughout the arena to support Military and First Responder…
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MELROSE — On Saturday, January 24, 2026, Polymnia will hold its annual fundraising Cabaret at Temple Beth Shalom, 21 E. Foster St., Melrose. The evening will feature Polymnia members and friends performing musical selections they have chosen. Previous Cabaret shows have included Broadway show tunes, pop ballads, jazz standards and more. We look forward to…
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MELROSE — For the first 11 months of 2025, the median sales price of a single-family home in Melrose was up nearly 12 percent from the same period in 2024, according to the latest report from The Warren Group, a leading provider of national real estate and transaction data.
The median price of the 169…
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LOCAL BUSINESSMAN Bob Sardella represented his hometown while vacationing in Bali. Bali is Indonesia’s most famous island, renowned for its volcanic landscapes, iconic rice paddies, beautiful beaches, vibrant arts scene and tourism. Sardella is the owner of Sardella Sign and Graphics on North Avenue. (Maureen Keegan Photo)
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WAKEFIELD — The town’s 2026 municipal election season got off to a quick start this morning, with five incumbents taking out nomination papers for reelection and another resident expressing interest in a constable post.
Before 10 a.m. today, Betsy Sheeran of 27 Spruce St. took out nomination papers for another three-year term as Town Clerk…
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THE WARRIORS picked up a 4-0 shutout over Danvers on New Year’s Eve at the Stoneham Arena. Wakefield (3-2) has a huge tilt against rival Melrose (2-3-1) set for tomorrow night, 8 p.m. back in Stoneham. (Alicen Encarnacao Racca Photo)
By DAVID SCHURTER
STONEHAM — It was a cool and crisp New Year’s Eve at…
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ICE RIVER MONK AND TEMPLE MASTER (Galapagos Puppets Photo)
WAKEFIELD — Galapagos Puppets will present the classic Chinese tale, “The Ice River,” on Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 2 p.m. at Temple Emmanuel of Wakefield, 120 Chestnut St.
“The Ice River” is a tale those 5 to 95 will enjoy.
Journeying to India, Monk…
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