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First steps taken for Kenney Field restrooms

Published in the August 18, 2016 edition

By BOB TUROSZ

NORTH READING — Bid documents are nearly complete for design services  for the restroom facilities at the Arthur Kenney Field. June Town Meeting appropriated $50,000 for the design of the bathrooms, which are required by state code.

Town Administrator Michael Gilleberto said the Request For…

 

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PHOTO: Presidential recognition

EIGHT LITTLE SCHOOL fifth graders have been awarded the President’s Award for Educational Excellence for outstanding academic performance during their last two years of elementary school. Each student was presented with a congratulatory letter signed by President Obama, a certificate, and a pin. The 2016 recipients include: (Front row, left to right): Ethan Soroko, Shane Hanson, Matthew Manupelli, and Giovanni Pagliuca. (Back row, left to right): Erica Pepper, Jennifer Buscemi, Kylie Gettings, and Tiara Lamont. (Courtesy Photo)
EIGHT LITTLE SCHOOL fifth graders have been awarded the President’s Award for Educational Excellence for outstanding academic performance during their last two years of elementary school. Each student was presented with a congratulatory letter signed by President Obama, a certificate, and a pin. The 2016 recipients include: (Front row, left to right): Ethan Soroko, Shane

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RMLD: Shave the peak and save money

Posted on: August 11, 2016d3738cb7-d83f-4aa8-9850-40f672e73329-2-web

LYNNFIELD — Thursday and Friday are expected to be high electricity use days due to continued high temperatures across New England.

Help Reading Municipal Light Department save energy and money by reducing your electricity consumption on Thursday and Friday between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m.

Any reduction in electric use during…

 

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“Taking back the night” at Ipswich River Park

Published in the August 11, 2016 edition

THE K9 demonstration by the State Police K9 team is always popular at National Night Out. K9 Trooper Purtell shows how the dogs are trained to subdue and take down a suspect. (Maureen Doherty Photo)
THE K9 demonstration by the State Police K9 team is always popular at National Night Out. K9 Trooper Purtell shows how the dogs are trained to subdue and take down a suspect. (Maureen Doherty Photo)

NORTH READING — The North Reading Community Impact Team (CIT) was thrilled by…

 

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Voter Registration deadline Aug. 19

Published in the August 11, 2016 edition

NORTH READING — If you’re not registered to vote, or if you’re new to town and want to vote in the Sept. 8 State Primary, or if you want to change your party enrollment to vote on Sept. 8, the voter registration deadline is Friday, Aug. 19, from…

 

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Selectmen, police union reach agreement on contract

Published in the August 11, 2016 edition

By DAN TOMASELLO

NORTH READING — The Selectmen and North Reading Police Union, MCOP Local 456, which represents patrolmen and sergeants, came to terms on a new contract last week.

Town Administrator Michael Gilleberto said the contract is a one–year and three–year agreement covering fiscal years 2016–2019. The…

 

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PHOTO: A big hit

LYDIA the comfort dog was a hit with young and old alike at the town’s National Night Out festivities Aug. 2. Casey Fishman, 5, gently pats Lydia while her brother AJ, 2, waits for his turn with their dad Rob. (Maureen Doherty Photo)
LYDIA the comfort dog was a hit with young and old alike at the town’s National Night Out festivities Aug. 2. Casey Fishman, 5, gently pats Lydia while her brother AJ, 2, waits for his turn with their dad Rob. (Maureen Doherty Photo)

Published in the August 11, 2016 edition

 

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Fortin Foundation golf tournament for autism

Published in the August 11, 2016 edition

NORTH READING — The JTFortin Foundation for Autism announces its first annual #DoYouKnowJack Golf Tournament to be hosted at Far Corners Golf Course on Sept. 23.

Tickets are available at www.jtfortinfoundation.org.

The JTFortin Foundation for Autism, a 501(c)(3) organization, was created by former North Reading resident George Fortin…

 

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PHOTO: Summer staple

THERE'S nothing like sharing a cool ice cream on a hot summer night with someone special. Enjoying their treat together at Ipswich River Park are Terri Cappucci and her granddaughter Alaina Foss, 6. (Maureen Doherty Photo)
THERE’S nothing like sharing a cool ice cream on a hot summer night with someone special. Enjoying their treat together at Ipswich River Park are Terri Cappucci and her granddaughter Alaina Foss, 6. (Maureen Doherty Photo)

Published in the August 4, 2016 edition

 

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Selectmen suspend three liquor licenses

Published in the August 4, 2016 edition

By DAN TOMASELLO

NORTH READING — On Monday, the Board of Selectmen voted unanimously to suspend the liquor licenses of three businesses for three consecutive days after each establishment served or sold alcohol to a minor in May.

Police Chief Michael Murphy said the police department conducted “compliance…

 

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School Com., NORCAM differ on camera installation

Published in the August 4, 2016 edition

By DAN TOMASELLO

NORTH READING — A lingering debate about installing camera equipment in the performing arts center and gymnasium at the secondary schools is far from being resolved, School Committee member Jerry Venezia said last week

Venezia and Superintendent of Schools Jon Bernard met last month with…

 

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Mary Prenney surprised with commendation for her good works

Published in the August 4, 2016 edition

A KINDNESS RETURNED. Elder Services Director Mary Prenney was surprised to receive an official citation from the State Senate last Friday in recognition of the care and compassion she brings to her job. Offering their congratulations were Town Administrator Mike Gilleberto (left) and Dick Curran of state Sen. Bruce Tarr’s office, which sponsored the citation. (Maureen Doherty Photo)
A KINDNESS RETURNED. Elder Services Director Mary Prenney was surprised to receive an official citation from the State Senate last Friday in recognition of the care and compassion she brings to her job. Offering their congratulations were Town Administrator Mike Gilleberto (left) and Dick Curran of state Sen.

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