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Netmen edged by Amesbury in close matchup

April 30, 2026

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 30, 2026

By STEPHEN MARTELLUCCI

COLE VERDONCK (pictured) and Matt Lazure won in straight sets at second doubles against Amesbury on Monday. (Courtesy Photo)

AMESBURY — On Monday afternoon, the North Reading High boys’ tennis team visited Amesbury on a sunny, warm day.

The Hornets ended…

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Looking Back in the pages of the Transcript

April 30, 2026

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 30, 2026

60 YEARS AGO
April 28, 1966

New sign in town. “Park Square,” as the green area in front of the Flint Memorial Hall is known, is graced by a new “Town of North Reading, Inc. 1853” sign prominently featuring the town seal. The sign…

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Our Place on the Hill: Sketchbook class, learn table games, line dancing and more at Senior Center

April 30, 2026

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 30, 2026

NORTH READING — There’s always something new to do at the Edith O’Leary Senior Center! “Our Place on the Hill” is located at the top of the Town Common, 157 Park St.

Free in-town transportation is available Monday–Friday with reservations made at least two days…

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North Reading Police Department blotter: Select Bd. meeting ‘Zoom bombed’ by naked man’s photo

April 30, 2026

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 30, 2026

NORTH READING — Police have launched an investigation into a “Zoom bombing” incident involving a picture of a naked man that occurred during the Select Board’s April 13 meeting.

Town Administrator Michael Gilleberto informed police about the “Zoom bombing” incident on Tuesday, April 14. Gilleberto…

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PIONEER SPORTS UPDATES post publication 4/29

April 29, 2026

BASEBALL:

Lynnfield defeats Ipswich 5-1 (April 28)

Article published April 22: https://dev.localheadlinenews.com/lynnfield-pioneers-baseball-beats-royals-drops-three-in-a-row/

The following teams were covered in the Lynnfield Villager sports section published on April 29, 2026

GIRLS’ TENNIS:

4/30 vs. North Reading

5/1 @ Beverly

5/4 @ Manchester-Essex

Article published April 29:
https://dev.localheadlinenews.com/girls-tennis-team-earns-key-victory-over-reigning-state-champion-generals/

BOYS’ TRACK:

5/1 – MSTCA Division…

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Laxmen drop high-scoring thriller with Amesbury, 20-15

April 29, 2026

By STEPHEN MARTELLUCCI
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on April 29, 2026

AMESBURY — The Lynnfield High boys’ lacrosse team traveled to Amesbury on Monday afternoon looking to snap its two-game losing streak. However, the Red Hawks ended up winning a high-scoring affair, 20-15, on a warm, sunny day.

With that defeat, the Pioneers’ record…

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Softball team beats Boston Latin, edged by Pentucket, North Reading

April 29, 2026

By STEPHEN MARTELLUCCI
Published in the Lynnfield Villager on April 29, 2026

EMMA ESPOSITO got the win in her first game pitching for the Pioneers. The freshman shut out Boston Latin in 5.1 innings allowing just 3 hits and 1 walk while striking out 5. (Courtesy Photo)

WEST NEWBURY — It was heartbreak…

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Boys’ track team conquers Generals for first win of the season

April 29, 2026

Published in the Lynnfield Villager on April 29, 2026
By STEPHEN MARTELLUCCI

LYNNFIELD — On a warm, sunny day on Monday, the Lynnfield High boys’ track and field team beat visiting Hamilton-Wenham, 78-67, at Lynnfield Middle School.

With the win, the Pioneers improved to 1-0-1.

Seven individuals and one relay team won against the Generals. …