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WMHS updates from Principal Amy McLeod (Week of April 6, 2026)

WAKEFIELD — The following was sent to Wakefield Memorial High families by Principal Amy McLeod. Some editing of internet links was needed.

This week’s update is very brief. Later this week (Wednesday, 4/8), we will be sending more information about signing up for conferences. Please be on the lookout for this information. Parents of Seniors…

 

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Junior Girl Scouts learn as they earn badges

LOCAL GIRLS had a great time touring WCAT’s facility and visited the firm designing the new Wakefield Memorial High.

 

WAKEFIELD — Girl Scout Junior Troop 64399 visited WCAT on April 3 to work on the Entertainment Technology badge.

They took a tour of the studio and the construction of WMHS. Inside, they studied videos…

 

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Community Calendar…

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8

• LEO-Fuel assistance, McCarthy Senior Center on Converse Street, 9:30 a.m. Have you checked to see if you’re eligible for heating fuel assistance? Help is available through LEO and the Good Neighbor Energy Fund (GNEF). Good Neighbor Energy Fund (GNEF) Assistance Income eligibility for this season: Household size 1: $51,778-$69,036 – Household…

 

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New police HQ work off to rocky start

LOOSE DEBRIS piles up outside the Beebe School Monday.

MELROSE — A neighborhood’s worst fears were realized during the first day of construction of a new police headquarters this week, as workers cut down about two dozen trees without authority and tossed debris from inside the long-closed Beebe School on West Foster Street.

As the…

 

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Free classroom books on the American Jewish experience

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 2, 2026

BEVERLY — Books are the mirrors and windows to the world for children. They stimulate children’s imaginations while educating them in meaningful ways. Books unlock the world for children, build bridges of understanding amongst them, and introduce children to something new. It is for all…

 

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Sustainability Corner: How can I save on water costs?

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 2, 2026

 

By BRETT SCHUTLZ
Sustainability Committee member

Reducing your water usage not only helps your wallet but also conserves a critical resource. The average American household uses 82 gallons of water per day, with more than 30% going to outdoor activities like lawn irrigation. By…

 

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Sports: April 7, 2026

 

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Wakefield softball starts season with impressive 12-2 win over Arlington

CAROLINE BURNS went 3-for-4 with 3 RBI, 2 runs scored and a walk from the leadoff spot to set the tone for Wakefield’s offense in a 12-2 win over Arlington to start the season. (Dan Pawlowski Photo)

By DAN PAWLOWSKI

ARLINGTON — The Wakefield High softball team started their 2026 season with an emphatic, 12-2 victory…

 

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Protesters claim driver swerved toward them

WAKEFIELD — Yesterday at about 11:30 a.m., a woman walked into police headquarters to report an incident that she said occurred during last Saturday’s “No Kings” protest at Main and Water streets. The woman claimed that a black Hummer traveling on Main Street appeared to intentionally swerve toward a group of protesters. The vehicle reportedly…

 

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Galvin kids chip in to keep Lake shore clean

THE FRIENDS OF LAKE QUANNAPOWITT held the annual spring Galvin Middle School students Lake Q cleanup on Saturday. Over 50 students and parents participated in the cleanup around the perimeter of the lake. This annual event is coordinated with Cindy Fitzpatrick at GMS and always has a great turnout. FOLQ and the community thanks Galvin

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Essex Tech lottery system change is ineffective

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Published in the Lynnfield Villager on April 1, 2026

Dear Editor:

My name is Sydney McKeough, and I am an eighth grader at Lynnfield Middle School. This December, I applied to Essex North Shore Agricultural & Technical School for the upcoming school year. On Feb. 5, I received the news that I was waitlisted due…

 

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