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Sports: March 31, 2026

March 31, 2026

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Around the Schoolyard with the North Reading Public Schools: Importance of school-based Morale Team events

March 31, 2026

Published in the North Reading Transcript on March 26, 2026

By Dr. Glen McKay, Hood School Principal

Did you know that teacher morale has emerged as a critical factor influencing both staff retention and student outcomes? Research consistently shows that supportive school environments—characterized by strong collegial relationships and recognition of staff efforts—contribute to higher…

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Ramocki Hockey Tournament set for April 20

March 31, 2026

The Wakefield Police Department will be hosting a street hockey tournament for 5th and 6th graders in memory of Officer Robert Ramocki on April 20 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Officer Bob or “OB” as he was fondly remembered, was a Wakefield Police Officer starting his career in 1979. Officer Bob was dedicated to the Wakefield…

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UNE dean’s list

March 31, 2026

Published in the March 25, 2026 edition of the Lynnfield Villager

BIDDEFORD, ME — Four Lynnfield students have been named to the University of New England’s dean’s list for the fall semester 2025.

Anabella Aloise, Rory Carvalho, Nicholas Marino and Isabella Shrewsbury were named to the University of New England dean’s list. Students named to…

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Montrose EV charging complex approved

March 31, 2026

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — The Zoning Board of Appeals last week granted the Special Permit, site plan approval and other relief that will allow iONNA to construct an electric vehicle charging facility capabable of charging 16 EVs at 525 Salem Street in Montrose.

iONNA was formed in July 2023 as a joint venture between automakers BMW, Mercedes-Benz, General Motors, Stellantis, Hyundai,…

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Claudia Mary Davis, 79

March 31, 2026

Dedicated educator took great pride in her students

LYNNFIELD — Claudia Mary Davis (Frampton), 79, passed away peacefully at her home in Lynnfield on March 28, 2026.

Born on Jan. 9, 1947, Claudia was the eldest of five daughters in the loving family of Mary and Graham Frampton. Originally from Malden, she grew up in…

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Sustainability Corner: Why you should use electric lawn equipment this spring

March 31, 2026

Published in the North Reading Transcript on March 26, 2026

By BRETT SCHULTZ
Sustainability Committee member

Spring is the perfect time to rethink how you maintain your lawn, and switching to electric lawn equipment is an excellent way to reduce your environmental impact. Gas-powered tools such as mowers and trimmers release significant emissions, while…

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Bishop Fenwick, St. Mary of the Annunciation School appoint new president

March 31, 2026

Published in the Lynnfield Villager on March 25, 2026

PEABODY — Dr. Michael Volonnino has been appointed as the next president of Bishop Fenwick High School and St. Mary of the Annunciation School.
Volonnino will begin his tenure serving as Bishop Fenwick High School and St. Mary of the Annunciation School’s next president on July…

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Upcoming programs and events at WMHS

March 30, 2026

WAKEFIELD — The following was sent to Wakefield Memorial High School families by Principal Amy McLeod.

March has flown by and the third quarter/MP3 ends this Friday, 4/3. This means that students will be wrapping up the quarter with some assessments and assignments to close out grades. With the holy days around Easter and Passover…

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Thefts and car crashes among weekend police calls

March 30, 2026

WAKEFIELD — Reports of larceny and responses to automobile accidents kept police busy over the weekend.

Oh Saturday at about 1:15 p.m., a Richardson Street resident reported the theft of a delivery package. The man told police that he had ordered two coins online valued at $4,793 and had proof that they were shipped via…