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Former White House floral arranger featured at 70th Garden Club Silver Tea

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 2, 2026

NORTH READING — The North Reading Garden Club invites the public to a celebration of its 70th year with a special Silver Tea event on Wednesday, April 8 at 7 p.m. at the Moose Lodge, 140 North Street, North Reading. Doors open at 6:30 p.m…

 

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Making plans

Photo published in the North Reading Transcript on April 2, 2026

 

A REAL BUNNY contemplates where he’ll be hiding those colorful Easter eggs in local yards on Sunday morning. (Maureen Doherty Photo)

 

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MassDOT public hearing on I-95 expansion April 9

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 2, 2026

READING/WAKEFIELD — The Massachusetts Department of Public Transportation will be holding a live virtual design public hearing, hosted on the MassDOT website, to present the design for the proposed improvements on Interstate 95 North (Route 128) in Reading, Wakefield and Stoneham on Thursday, April 9…

 

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Heart of a child

THE EASTER BUNNY brought out smiles and laughter from kids of all ages at the annual Carl Cutlip Easter Egg Hunt; among them was Nancy Thorn, a volunteer with the Union Congregational Church, sponsor of the community-wide event. (Courtesy Photo)

 

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Two NRHS seniors to perform in 2026 Ice Spectacular

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 2, 2026

 

EMILY DELISLE (Eric Evans Photo)

 

NORTH READING — Two North Reading High School seniors, Jack Sarno and Emily DeLisle, will be among the featured performers in the 2026 Ice Spectacular entitled “On the Move” presented by the North Shore Skating Club Friday through…

 

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What’s the buzz?

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 2, 2026

NORTH READING — Have you heard the latest buzz? Sharing your North Reading event or virtual meeting with our readers is easy. Email the details to: [email protected]. Deadline: Mondays at 5 p.m. (noon on Fridays preceding holiday weeks).

Public meetings: Agendas of public boards must…

 

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Between the Lines at the Flint Memorial Library: Gmail Tips & Tricks, Lego Club, Antiques Roadshow and Veterans Office Hours

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 2, 2026

NORTH READING — The Flint Memorial Library, 147 Park St., is offering a variety of interesting events for patrons of all ages during the upcoming week. Patrons can register for events by calling 978-664-4942 or by going to the event calendar: flintmemoriallibrary.org.

The library’s…

 

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Wolf Pack soccer, kids’ karate and men’s over-30 hoop with Parks & Rec

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 2, 2026

NORTH READING — North Reading Parks and Recreation is your nonprofit community resource for fitness and fun! Your participation and investment support low-cost programming for all ages and improvements to our parks and playgrounds.

Register today for the following programs listed below online at northreadingma.gov/parks-recreation

 

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He’s here!

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 2, 2026

 

THE EASTER BUNNY hops on down the Bunny Trail after arriving in style aboard Engine 3, compliments of the Fire Department, to greet children at the annual Carl Cutlip Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday. (Courtesy Photo)

 

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Early bloomer

Photo published in the North Reading Transcript on April 2, 2026

 

A SURE SIGN of spring is a cluster of crocuses in full bloom; this cluster had poked through the mulch on opening day at the Hillview. There are about 75 species of the popular perennial herb. (Maureen Doherty Photo)

 

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$2M request to study options for Hood School paused

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 2, 2026

By NEIL ZOLOT

NORTH READING — The School Committee is still debating whether – and when – to ask Town Meeting for $2M to conduct a Feasibility Study as part of the state School Building Authority (MSBA) process to secure funding for a new wing…

 

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Juveniles targeted athletes at practice in alleged ‘Orbeez Challenge’

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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