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Warrior spikers make Wakefield proud with Final Four run

November 29, 2023

By DAN PAWLOWSKI

BILLERICA — Standing under the bright lights of the Billerica High Gymnasium for the Div. 3 state semifinals on Nov. 14, the Wakefield High volleyball team had already made history.

Wakefield’s first Final Four appearance in program history came after a phenomenal run through the bracket including wins over Norton, Newburyport and…

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More flap over flag policy

November 29, 2023

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — After a proposed new town Flag Policy generated a lengthy and convoluted discussion featuring motions, counter motions and amendments to amendments, the current flag policy remains in place as this week’s Town Council vote on the new version ended in a 3-3 stalemate.

At a Town Council meeting in October…

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ZBA looks to stop another 40B

November 28, 2023

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — For the second time in as many months, the Zoning Board of Appeals has invoked a “safe harbor” provision of state law in an attempt to stop a 40B affordable housing project in town.

At its Nov. 15 meeting, the ZBA officially opened the public hearing on an application to…

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Northeast beats Essex Tech 16-14 in final Thanksgiving matchup

November 28, 2023

Wakefield’s Zullo scores both touchdowns, recovers game-ending fumble

By STEPHEN MARTELLUCCI

CHRISTOPHER ZULLO, of Wakefield, led Northeast Metro Tech to a 16-14 victory over Essex Tech in the final Thanksgiving matchup between the two schools. Zullo had 89 rushing yards, 51 receiving yards, scored both Northeast touchdowns and recovered a fumble to seal the game.

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Last-second goal-line stand gives Warriors 7-3 victory in 63rd Thanksgiving game

November 27, 2023

By TYM BROWN

WAKEFIELD — On a brisk morning in Wakefield, the Warriors played their archrival Melrose for the 63^rd time on Thanksgiving. The final score reflected the records of both teams heading into this game as Wakefield narrowly escaped with a 7-3 win, their third consecutive Turkey Day victory.

This defensive showdown came down…

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Monument restoration underway

November 27, 2023

WAKEFIELD — At the 2023 spring Town Meeting, voters approved the annual capital improvement article which included funding for the repair and rehabilitation of the Soldiers and Sailors Monument on the Upper Common. The Department of Public Works solicited requests for proposal, and after receiving interest from multiple firms across North America and Canada, Daedalus…

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Many oppose multifamily zoning plan

November 22, 2023

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — At a public forum last week, the Planning Board heard more criticism of a local zoning plan devised to meet a new state requirement for a multi-family housing district near public transportation.

The public feedback received last week mirrored that of a similar forum held in October, when residents questioned why…

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State Champions! Dance team takes state title for first time in team history

November 22, 2023

BRAINTREE — The Wakefield High Dance team are state champions for the first time in program history.

The Warriors took gold in the Hip Hop Division…

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Wakefield girls’ cross country wins 2023 All-State Championship

November 21, 2023

LILY SALLEE and Lexi Yianacopolus helped the Warriors run away with the first All-State championship in program history. (Courtesy Photo)

DEVENS — The Wakefield High girls’ cross country team made history on Saturday at Willard Field in Devens, becoming the first Warrior girls’ XC team to win the All-State Championship.

Wakefield (128 points) out-ran all…

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Take advantage of these town services

November 21, 2023

WAKEFIELD — With the holidays coming up, the cold air setting in, and the sun setting early, this time of year can be difficult for many people. Wakefield’s Health and Human Services Department wants to be sure you know that local resources are available to fit your unique situation, whether you prefer browsing online, speaking…

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Town Meeting backs stricter energy code

November 20, 2023

ON SATURDAY MORNING, Town Meeting participants agreed to adopt a Specialized Energy Code for a lot of new construction. (Frank Conte Photo)

By NEIL ZOLOT

WAKEFIELD — All seven articles passed at the fall Town Meeting Saturday, November 18 at the Galvin Middle School.

It took about three hours, with the vast majority of…

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Warrior swimmers take 3rd at State Championship Meet

November 20, 2023

By DAN BYRNE

CAMBRIDGE– Following their stellar 6^th place finish at the Division 2 North Sectional Meet, the Wakefield Memorial High School Girls’ varsity swim team headed to the MIT natatorium in Cambridge on Saturday, Nov. 11 for the Division 2 State Championship Meet.