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Published in the Lynnfield Villager on April 8, 2026

Earth Day celebration, Coffee Cupping, Playspace and Crafternoons at the library

NORTH READING — The Flint Memorial Library, 147 Park St., is offering a variety of interesting events for patrons of all ages during the upcoming week. Patrons can register for events by calling 978-664-4942 or…

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 9, 2026

60 YEARS AGO
April 7, 1966

New JHS Principal. At the March 29 meeting of the School Committee, James Lazenby was appointed to the position of Principal of the Junior High School by a unanimous vote. Mr. Lazenby has been the vice principal of…

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 9, 2026

NORTH READING — Overnight emergency repaving work on the town’s stretch of Route 28 (Main Street), from the Andover line to the Reading line, is anticipated to continue until about May 8; however, any unforeseen conditions may extend the number of days required to complete…

Published in the Lynnfield Villager on April 8, 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. Drop by for lunch and meet up with old friends or make some new…

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 9, 2026

NORTH READING — Grab your favorite antique or family heirloom and bring it to a fun evening of appreciation, analysis, and appraisal tonight, Thursday, April 9.

All are welcome to join the North Reading Historical and Antiquarian Society from 7-9 p.m. in the Activity Room…

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 9, 2026

NORTH READING — Three male youths from Andover targeted members of the North Reading High School girls’ spring track team as part of a viral TikTok prank dubbed “The Orbeez Challenge” on Sunday, March 29.

Police Officer Alexander Sinyak was in the vicinity of NRHS…