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Bruce J. Capaldo, 75

Loved cars and music and played in a band

WAKEFIELD — Bruce J. Capaldo, 75, of Wakefield and formerly Billerica, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. He was the loving husband of 48 years to the late Joyce (Branchini) Capaldo.

Born in Revere on July 7, 1950, he was the son of the

 

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Thomas M. Roy, 70

Lit up the lives of everyone he touched

MALDEN — Thomas Michael Roy, known to friends and family as Tommy, passed away on July 9, 2025 at his home in North Reading after a brave battle with cancer. 

Born on July 25, 1954, in Manchester, N.H., Tommy spent his formative years in Lynnfield and

 

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It’s time to take a Stroll

THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE’S Summer Stroll in downtown Melrose is always a popular night out on the town. (File Photo)

MELROSE — A favorite among Melrose Chamber of Commerce events, the annual Summer Stroll returns Friday, July 25 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

A true community gathering, the Stroll showcases downtown businesses, accentuated with…

 

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A beautiful day

OUR GOOD FRIEND Raj Das was in England walking the southern coast cliffs earlier this month. We’re glad he had his camera with him. (Photo by Raj Das, edphotos.com)

 

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June median home price: $980K

MELROSE — During the first half of 2025, single-family homes here sold for a median price $82,500 higher than in the same period a year ago.

According to the latest report from The Warren Group, a leading provider of national real estate and transaction data, 77 single-families sold in Melrose between January 1 and the…

 

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Sports: July 25, 2025

 

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Melrose Americans top Expos 3-2 for 13th win

THE AMERICANS continued their strong season on Monday at Morelli Field with a 3-2 win over the Middlesex Expos. Melrose is now 3rd in the Intercity League with a record of 13-7-1. Pictured in the front row from left to right is Alex Fernandes, Pat Costigan, Aidan Barry, Owen Duggan, Brandon McMahon, Matt Chiodo, Nick

 

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Melrose girls’ lacrosse celebrates successful season at banquet

THE MELROSE High girls’ lacrosse team celebrated their Middlesex League Freedom Division championship season at their annual banquet recently. (File Photo)

By STEPHEN MARTELLUCCI

MELROSE — The Melrose High girls’ lacrosse team had its end-of-season banquet recently to celebrate a very successful season.

Melrose reached the MIAA Division 2 state tournament before getting edged, 14-13, at

 

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Stephen Patrick Galvin, 51

US Navy veteran, dedicated Melrose police officer, loving father and proud Irishman

MELROSE — Stephen Patrick Galvin, a devoted Melrose Police Officer, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 16 with his beloved wife by his side. He was 51.

Born in Medford on December 22, 1973, Steve was one of three children of the late…

 

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Nahal Panah, 66

Avid film enthusiast who traveled the world and loved art

WAKEFIELD — Nahal Panah, beloved wife, mother and grandmother “Nini” passed away at home surrounded by her loved ones on July 14 just five days shy of her 67th birthday. 

Born in Shiraz, Iran, Nahal lived a life defined by quiet grace, steadfast dedication…

 

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Catharine Stepchin, 73

Avid gardener with a fondness for nature

MELROSE — Catharine “Katy” Stepchin, age 73, of Melrose, passed away peacefully on July 15 at Salem Hospital after a lengthy battle with cancer. 

Born in Boston on March 29, 1952, Katy was the loving daughter of the late Joseph and Rita Donovan. She attended school at…

 

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