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Around the Schoolyard published February 12, 2026

February 18, 2026

Published in the North Reading Transcript on February 12, 2026

Graduation requirements + competency determination = NRHS diploma

By: Sean Killeen, Assistant Superintendent for Teaching & Learning

The formula to earn a high school diploma has not changed, only the combination of factors. Since 2003, the formula included NRHS graduation requirements (successful completion of identified…

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Sports: February 17, 2026

February 17, 2026

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Front Page: February 17, 2026

February 17, 2026

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Six earn dean’s list honors at WPI

February 17, 2026

Published in the North Reading Transcript on February 12, 2026

WORCESTER — Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) has announced its dean’s list for academic excellence for the fall 2025 semester.
Six North Reading students achieved this academic honor: Liam Bird, class of 2028, who is majoring in aerospace engineering; Daniel Casey, class of 2028, who is…

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NRCC February Showcase Feb. 21

February 17, 2026

Published in the North Reading Transcript on February 12, 2026

NORTH READING — The North Reading Community Coffeehouse is proud to present its February 2026 Showcase on Saturday, Feb. 21 at 6:30 p.m. in the Activity Room of the Flint Memorial Library.

The performers are Uri and Lance Bourque, Cynthia Keefe and Kevin Kelley…

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Celebrating Black History Month: Sailor gave his life to save others

February 17, 2026

WAKEFIELD — The town’s director of Veteran Services, David Mangan, sent us this piece after a ceremony was held at Temple Emmanuel to honor the Four Chaplains. Dave felt it appropriate to remember sailor Charles Walter David Jr. during Black History Month. Although not clergy, his actions were certainly ministered…

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Boys’ hoop celebrates seniors against Wilmington, comes up just short to Melrose

February 17, 2026

By DAN PAWLOWSKI

WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield High boys’ basketball team celebrated their…

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Thomas Benedetto

February 17, 2026

WAKEFIELD — Thomas R. Benedetto, born May 17, 1955 in Winchester died unexpectedly on February 10 at the Tufts New England Medical Center in Boston, surrounded by his family.

He was the fourth son of the late Alfred P. “Gus” Benedetto and Agnes C. (Meuse) Benedetto of Wakefield. He leaves behind his loving wife Pamela…

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Lobster Bisque Lenten Luncheons return Feb. 20

February 17, 2026

Published in the North Reading Transcript on February 12, 2026

NORTH READING — The popular Lobster Bisque Lenten Luncheons at the Union Congregational Church, 148 Haverhill St., return this year with the first one scheduled for Friday, Feb. 20. The luncheon, which includes the pastor’s homemade lobster bisque, breads, beverages and desserts, are held in…

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Pioneers of the Week February 11, 2026

February 17, 2026

Published in the Lynnfield Villager (February 11, 2026)

BOYS’ HOCKEY SENIORS

The seniors were honored before a 7-2 victory over Triton on Monday at McVann-O’Keefe Rink. (Courtesy Photo)

ANTHONY CALLA – SAM CURLEY – BRENDAN DRISCOLL

NICK KELTER – MICHAEL MARENGHI – CJ PATERMO

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Plymouth State president’s list

February 17, 2026

Published in the North Reading Transcript on February 12, 2026

PLYMOUTH, N.H. — Maddy Lambert of North Reading has been named to the Plymouth State University president’s list for the fall 2025 semester. She is majoring in nursing.
To earn the distinction of president’s list, a student must achieve a grade point average of 3.70…

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Fifth grade volunteers

February 16, 2026

Photo published in the Lynnfield Villager on February 11, 2026