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Juveniles targeted athletes at practice in alleged ‘Orbeez Challenge’

April 2, 2026

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 2, 2026

NORTH READING — An apparent viral “Tik Tok Challenge” called “The Orbeez Challenge” randomly affected students during a track practice at North Reading High School this past Sunday afternoon.

According to a notification sent to NRHS parents, guardians and caregivers from Principal Dr. Miriam Meyer…

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Public hearing on schools’ budget plan April 14

April 2, 2026

Published in the Melrose Weekly News on April 3, 2026

MELROSE — At their meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 14, 2026, and in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 71, Section 38N, the Melrose School Committee will hold a public hearing on the Melrose Public Schools Administrative Team FY27 Proposed School Budget.

The public…

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Easter Sunday Sunrise Service April 5

April 2, 2026

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 2, 2026

NORTH READING — North Reading clergy invite the public to join them at the top of the hill on the common this Easter Sunday, April 5, to celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus. This brief sunrise service begins at 6:15 a.m. and welcomes all members of…

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Season preview: Talented girls’ lax team is ready for 2026

April 2, 2026

Published in the Lynnfield Villager on April 1, 2026

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HAYDEN VALITON and the Pioneer girls’ lacrosse team kicked off their season against Georgetown on Tuesday after press time. Valiton, a first team Cal All-Star last year, is one of four captains ready to

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The City Hall Update published April 3, 2026

April 2, 2026

Published in the Melrose Weekly News

MELROSE — The City of Melrose is sharing the following updates for the upcoming week.

Summer Work Program applications available

The City of Melrose is accepting applications for temporary DPW summer employees. Applicants aged 16 and older are welcome to apply. Residency is not a requirement, but Melrose…

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MAAV hosts 13th annual ‘Voices Against Violence’

April 2, 2026

STUDENT ACTION BOARD MEMBERS, from left, Alex Kiatos, Kara Lin, Caroline Lee, Audrey Davies, Ell Gimenez and Mae Donohue emceed MAAV’s coffeehouse. (Photo by Raj Das, edphotos.com)

MELROSE — What an afternoon!

The wet and gloomy day Mother Nature wrought was no match for the power and light of community, gathering for Melrose Alliance Against…

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Michael Lyle speaks at Fraud Awareness Discussion

April 2, 2026

RETIRED POLICE CHIEF Michael Lyle led a discussion at the Stoneham M E Federal Credit Union’s Fraud Awareness Event on March 27. (courtesy photo)

STONEHAM—With Massachusetts residents reporting record-high incidents of fraud, one local credit union is taking steps to help residents increase their awareness and protect their financial health.

An engaging discussion focused on…

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Destination Imagination teams top their categories

April 2, 2026

First-place finishes for these elementary students

Published in the Melrose Weekly News on April 3, 2026

MELROSE DESTINATION Imagination teams The Scientific Squirrels and The Turtles take 1st Place in their respective categories. (courtesy photos)

MELROSE—Melrose Destination Imagination teams had a strong showing at a statewide creative showcase of STEAM-based educational…

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Free Jazz Concert April 4 by Women in World Jazz

April 2, 2026

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 2, 2026

NORTH READING — The North Reading Human Rights Group is hosting Women in World Jazz, an all women performance ensemble founded by Tal Shalom-Kobi in 2015.

Women in World Jazz aims to expose audiences to different cultures through music using a variety of music backgrounds…