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Lynnfield Rotary offering two scholarships

Published in the April 8, 2026 edition of the Lynnfield Villager

LYNNFIELD — Lynnfield Rotary and the Julie Routhier Foundation are sponsoring scholarships for graduating high school seniors who reside in Lynnfield.

The Rotary Club will be awarding $2,000 in scholarships, including the David W. Drislane Service Above Self Award, recognizing a student who exemplifies…

 

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Higher education

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A WORKER on a lift toils near the roof of the new Wakefield Memorial High School currently under construction on Farm Street. (Mark Sardella Photo)

 

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Delegation comes through for Fire Department

BOSTON — State Senator Jason Lewis and State Representatives Kate Lipper-Garabedian and Donald Wong announced that the Wakefield Fire Department is receiving a $18,992 state grant to purchase new safety equipment to protect their firefighters through the Firefighter Safety Equipment Grant Program.

Fire departments across Massachusetts are able to utilize this program to purchase a…

 

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Diane E. Williams, 63

Lynnfield public safety dispatcher

LYNNFIELD — It is with heavy hearts that we share the sad news of the passing of our sweet, beloved sister Diane E. Williams who passed away at the age of 63 on April 9, 2026. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family.

Diane was born on September 2nd…

 

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Doris L. Gagnon, 96

A woman of deep faith

WAKEFIELD — Doris L. Gagnon of Wakefield passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on April 5, 2026, at the age of 96. Her passing on Easter Sunday felt like a special blessing to those who loved her, reflecting the deep faith that shaped her life.

Born on December 15, 1929…

 

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Townwide Yard Sale application deadline approaching

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 9, 2026

NORTH READING — Those planning to participate in annual Townwide Yard Sale on Saturday May 2, 2026 are reminded that applications for the are due by Friday, April 17, 2026.

Applications can be obtained at the Senior Center, Library or Town Hall, or by using…

 

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Lynnfield Rec holding pickle ball lessons this May

Published in the April 8, 2026 edition of the Lynnfield Villager

LYNNFIELD — Pickleball instruction is coming to Lynnfield again in 2026.

Lynnfield Recreation is inviting residents to come and join the pickleball lessons to learn, enjoy and have fun playing the fastest growing game in the USA.  Pickleball is a combination of ping pong…

 

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Great programs coming to the Melrose Public Library

Published in the Melrose Weekly News on April 10, 2026

 

MELROSE — Following are news and notes from the staff of the Melrose Public Library.

Special Announcements from The Friends of the Melrose Public Library: Friends of the Melrose Public Library invite you to their next meeting on April 15 from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at…

 

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Editorial: Hunger on the rise

Melrose has very active and popular food pantries based Faith Evangelical Church and at the First Baptist Church. They are a great resource to have as more and more people come to depend on them.

According to a report Monday, food insecurity is on the rise dramatically; we’re sure it is in Melrose too.

The…

 

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Kids’ tennis clinic, adult volleyball, men’s hoop and InclYOUsion Sports with Parks & Recreation

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 9, 2026

NORTH READING — North Reading Parks and Recreation is your nonprofit community resource for fitness and fun! Your participation and investment support low-cost programming for all ages and improvements to our parks and playgrounds.

Register today for the following programs listed below online at northreadingma.gov/parks-recreation…

 

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Editorial: Ditch the distractions

Published in the April 8, 2026 edition of the Lynnfield Villager

The following comes from the AAA Northeast office in Westwood.

In a digital world, it often feels like we’re glued to our smartphones. But there’s no place for distraction behind the wheel.

To mark Distracted Driving Awareness Month, AAA Northeast is urging drivers to…

 

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Melrose Symphony in sold-out family concert

SPONSORED BY THE Melrose Day Care Center and Preschool, the concert remains a beloved community tradition, successfully bridging the gap between professional artistry and the next generation of local musicians.

MELROSE — The Melrose Symphony Orchestra filled Memorial Hall to capacity Sunday, March 29 for its annual Family Concert. The sold-out event kicked off with the popular “Instrument Petting…

 

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