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Making spirits bright

January 4, 2026

FRIENDS, from left, Charlotte D’Onofrio, Alexandra D’Onofrio, Macy Boccaci and Olivia Saccardo were smiling from ear-to-ear while wrapping presents for children in need during Lynnfield Middle School’s Holiday Gift Drive on Dec. 22. (Dan Tomasello Photo)

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Happy 2026

January 2, 2026

ENJOYING FIRST DAY of the new year at Lake Quannapowitt’s Hartshorne Cove. (Paul Owen Photo)

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Bali Bob

January 2, 2026

LOCAL BUSINESSMAN Bob Sardella represented his hometown while vacationing in Bali. Bali is Indonesia’s most famous island, renowned for its volcanic landscapes, iconic rice paddies, beautiful beaches, vibrant arts scene and tourism. Sardella is the owner of Sardella Sign and Graphics on North Avenue. (Maureen Keegan Photo)

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Pulling out all the stops

January 2, 2026

ON NATIONAL UGLY Christmas Sweater Day, the foursome of Dave and Susan Hamilton, Betsy Rowland and Marcia Cutlip didn’t hold back as the members of the UCC enjoyed some lighthearted Christmas spirit. (Courtesy Photo)

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Honoring champions of the fall

January 2, 2026

ON MONDAY, December 22, State Representative Kate Lipper-Garabedian (D-Melrose) presented House citations to Melrose High School athletes who achieved success during the fall 2025 season in recognition of their accomplishments and hard work. These teams were the Boys’ Cross Country, Girls’ Cross Country, and Girls’ Soccer, all Middlesex League Champions for fall 2025. The representative

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Holiday concert photos

January 1, 2026

FLUTIST Taylor Chamberland (left) is introduced by Choral Director Carla Lister (far right) prior to her flute solo with the Grade 6 Chorus performance of “Snowflake Lullaby” at the Middle School’s Winter Concert. (Courtesy Photo)

THE NRMS Jazz Band performed two numbers, “The Five Note Blues” and “Jive Samba” under the direction of

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Sparkly Santa

December 31, 2025

IN HONOR OF National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day, Leo DiFraia celebrated in style with his sparkly Santa suit and beard during festivities at the Union Congregational Church (Courtesy Photo)

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Then & now

December 31, 2025

FRIENDS FROM THE START! Joey Morrison and Jackson Previte have been lifelong friends while growing up in North Reading. As toddlers back in 2015, Joey (left) and Jackson waited patiently together on the Town Common for Santa to arrive by fire engine at the annual Tree Lighting. A decade later, Jackson (left) and Joey, both

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Wakefield Rotary Club supports sober living

December 30, 2025

ROTARY CLUB PRESIDENT Kathy Boyle and Rotarian Julie MacArthur deliver supplies to Ruth’s Way.

WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield Rotary Club completed delivery of its donations to Ruth’s Way for Women and 121 North Common in Lynn. Ruth’s Way provides services that support “whole health and wellness,” and supports sober housing for women. Similarly, 121…

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2025 Holiday Shop was a great success

December 29, 2025

This year’s 2025 Holiday Shop was a tremendous success thanks to the generosity of the North Star Realtors, the Boys’ Hockey Team, and the many donations from Wakefield residents. We would also like to extend our sincere gratitude to the volunteers who generously gave their time to help provide gifts for many Wakefield families, including…

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Accessibility and safety are key

December 27, 2025

THIS TEMPORARY metal ramp provides access to the first floor of the Flint Memorial Library while the building’s elevator remains out of service. As viewed from the building’s front door looking toward the Town Common, to the right, jersey barriers separate pedestrians from four perpendicular parking spaces, two of which are handicapped spaces; the other

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Christmas 2025

Stopping by for a visit

December 26, 2025

Christmas 2025 — CHECKING IN with Santa at his headquarters on the Common are Kyle, age 8, and Chloe, 3 months, sitting on Miss Merry Christmas’s lap. The Lions Club sponsored the headquarters, which was on the Common for a good part of December. (Mark Sardella Photo)

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