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Board of Heath discusses alcohol regs

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield Board of Health this week discussed alcohol regulations following a presentation by Prevention, Outreach and Youth Services manager Liz Parsons. But one member of the board questioned why Health Department staff was addressing this issue when Town Council regulates alcohol in town and had not voted to refer…

 

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Remediation work begins on Butler Avenue

REMEDIATION WORK began this week at 94 Butler Ave. The project, which will include a gravel path and small sitting area, is expected to be completed in the spring. (Mark Sardella Photo)

WAKEFIELD — This week, the town’s contractor Strategic Environmental Services began remediation work at 94 Butler Ave. There will be no detours or…

 

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WMGLD offers winter safety tips

WAKEFIELD — This weekend’s forecast calls for heavy snow blanketing the area along with bitter cold temperatures. The Wakefield Municipal Gas & Light Department (WMGLD) recommends taking the following steps to be ready for cold temperatures and the possibility of heavy snow:

Be informed by receiving alerts, warnings and public safety information before, during and…

 

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Warrior wrestlers keep rolling with five more wins

MICHAEL BARRY got a pin in 1:40 on Senior Night last week. (Alicen Encarnacao Racca Photo)

WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield High wrestling team continued their terrific season with a strong week that included five wins in six matchups.

After rolling Malden Catholic on senior night Jan. 15, the Warriors went 2-1 in a quad meet at…

 

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Live music with The Loose Change Trio Saturday night

NORTH READING — Live music returns to town Saturday night, Jan. 24, with a performance by “The Loose Change Trio,” the featured performers in the North Reading Community Coffeehouse’s Performing Artist Series.

Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show begins at 7:30 p.m. in the Activity Room of the Flint Memorial Library.

The Loose…

 

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MUUC was hub of city’s MLK Jr. celebration

THE OPENING DOORS PROJECT put on a free all-ages concert and conversation featuring Stephanie McKay, Tyrone Chase and Alastair Moock. The three musicians swapped songs and engaged the audience in a conversation about Dr. King’s “beloved community” and the social and racial barriers that continue to make the arc of the moral universe long. (Photo

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Wakefield Arts and Crafts Society held recent workshop

PICTURED FROM THE left: Some of the workshop participants, Nancy Kauffman, Elaine Grosso, Patrice Denault, Robin Gorfine, Cathy Bartlett and Laura Sargent.

 

WAKEFIELD — On Tuesday, January 6, 2026, the Wakefield Arts & Crafts Society met at the Wakefield-Lynnfield United Methodist Church, 273 Vernon St., Wakefield. Our workshop called “Gelli printing” was led by…

 

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‘Beetlejuice Jr.’ presented by NRMS Hornet Productions

NORTH READING — The NRMS Hornet Productions invites the public to their production of “Beetlejuice Jr.” in the Performing Arts Center at NRMS/NRHS, 189 Park St.
Show times and dates are Friday, January 30 at 7 p.m. followed by a matinee on Saturday, January 31 at 2 p.m.
Tickets prices are $20 for adults and $12…

 

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Haitian Independence Celebration Fundraiser held at FUMC Melrose

MELROSE — All are invited to the annual Haitian Independence Celebration Potluck Fundraiser on Sunday, January 25 at 11:30 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church of Melrose, 645 Main St. At the Haitian Independence Celebration Potluck, the church and Haiti Global Youth Partnership will raise money to help schools damaged by Hurricane Melissa last…

 

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Kitty Connection holds online auction

MEDFORD — Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and spring isn’t far behind. Get ready with items from Kitty Connection’s online auction Friday, January 30 through Sunday, February 1.

Kitty Connection is a non-profit dedicated to finding loving homes for local pets and the “Love, Hugs and Bunnies” auction will raise funds to support the care…

 

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Join Polymnia for their annual fundraising Cabaret

MELROSE — On Saturday, January 24, Polymnia will hold its annual fundraising Cabaret at Temple Beth Shalom at 21 E. Foster St. in 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…

 

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Ashley Doke is January’s Artist of the Month

THE ARTWORK of North Reading native Ashley Doke is on display on the first floor of the Flint Memorial Library through the end of January. She enjoys linocut and woodblock printing and also hosts Sip & Carve workshops for adults at the library and other locations. (Maureen Doherty Photo)

 

NORTH READING — January’s Artist…

 

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