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Quinnipiac dean’s list

HAMDEN, CT — The following Melrose students were named to the dean’s list for the fall 2025 semester at Quinnipiac University: Olivia Abbott with honors, Violet McCarthy and Ella Wallace.

To qualify for the dean’s list, students must earn a grade point average of at least 3.5 with no grade lower than C. Full-time students…

 

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‘The Meaning of Herbs’ demo with floral designer March 14

NORTH READING — The Friends of the North Reading Council on Aging invites the public to its next presentation: “The Meaning of Herbs.”

This is a lecture and demonstration of the power of herbs in floral design and history. Floral Designer Gay H. Sheldon representing Boston Flower Market of North Reading, will lead a lively…

 

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Rep. Jones office hours March 13

Published in the North Reading Transcript on March 6, 2026

 

 

File photo: House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones, Jr. (R-North Reading)

NORTH READING — House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones, Jr. (R-North Reading) will be holding his monthly district office hours in North Reading on Friday, March 13 from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45…

 

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Dickinson College dean’s list

CARLISLE, Pennsylvania — Ella Louise McTeague, a junior environmental studies major at Dickinson College, has been named to the dean’s list for the fall 2025 semester. A graduate of Middlesex School, she is the daughter of James and Kathleen McTeague of North Reading.

 

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Looking Backward

TAKING ON a new look with two new members, the Board of Selectmen got right to work. Seated, the newly-elected Chairman Tom Mullen; standing, L-R, new Selectman William Cass, new Selectman Charles Curley, veteran Selectman Paul Wheeler, and Selectman James Scott, the new board secretary.

MARCH 5, 1986

Forty years ago, March 5th was a…

 

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Delectable goodies enjoyed at Chocolate Affair

Published in the North Reading Transcript on March 5, 2026

 

SWEET TREATS to enjoy now and take home for later. The UCC Chocolate Affair Potluck featured an endless supply of the decadent desserts enjoyed by all. Seated clockwise from left around the table are: Steve Hemman, Susan Hamilton, Carolyn Hemman, Marie Morrow, Steve Morrow.

 

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Pioneer of the Week featured March 4, 2026

GRANT NEAL

Boys’ Basketball
Junior

 

 

Neal played well in Lynnfield’s first two Div. 3 state tournament games. He had 21 points and 15 rebounds in a 57-47 preliminary round win over Ludlow on Feb. 25 at LHS and followed that up with 25 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists in a 62-59 road

 

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Do you know a community hero to older adults?

Published in the North Reading Transcript on March 5, 2026

NORTH READING — Every day in our community, people make a difference in the lives of older adults and people with disabilities. They deserve recognition and you can help them receive it.

Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) will be presenting its Community All-Star Awards this…

 

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Could spring be on its way?

MIGHTY MAPLE on Lake Street. (Rob MacDonald Photo)

 

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Eve of Revolution: The dawn of America’s birth March 12

REV. EDMUND FOSTER of Reading, who took part in the Battle of Lexington and Concord in 1775, is one of three “historical witnesses” featured in “Eve of Revolution” March 12. (Courtesy Photo)

NORTH READING — Step back in time and experience the events of April 19, 1775, through the eyes of those who lived them…

 

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Garden Club welcomes all to talk on Harold Parker State Forest

Published in the North Reading Transcript on March 6, 2026

 

 

Courtesy photo by John Phelan. This photo was not published in the North Reading Transcript, March 6, 2026 print edition.

 

NORTH READING — Have you ever wanted to learn more about Harold Parker State Forest right here in North Reading?

The North…

 

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Polymnia Choral Society presents ‘American Quilt’

MELROSE — For more than 70 years, Polymnia Choral Society has been delivering performances to acknowledge and honor the important times in our lives. On Sunday, March 8 at 3 p.m., Polymnia will perform “American Quilt,” celebrating the music of the United States as our country turns 250 years old.

Just like a quilt, this…

 

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