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Wakefield residents run well at Lynnfield’s 4th of July 5K road race

July 11, 2023

FIONA RECENE was the first Wakefield female across the line at the LAA 4^th of July road race in a time of 24:20, 48^th overall. The Wakefield High track and field star just finished her junior season for the Warriors. (Heather Dreher Photo)

By STEPHEN MARTELLUCCI

LYNNFIELD — The Lynnfield Athletic Association had its…

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Unknowns top Expos 3-1 in Twi action

July 10, 2023

ERICH HICKEY is held at first base by Chris Porter. Hickey scored the Expos’ lone run against the Unknowns on Friday night after a leadoff single and a stolen base, which led to an RBI knock from Nick Roberto. (Courtesy Photo)

WAKEFIELD — The Unknowns bounced back after a heart-breaking, 3-2 loss to the Slappers on…

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The Big Game concludes memorable Wakefield Challenger Baseball season

July 6, 2023

THE 2023 CHALLENGER Baseball squad from left to right: Molly Preston, Kevin Melendez Jr., Ethan Walker, Aaron McNeil (kneeling), Jeremiah Doucette, Mikaela Livick-Munafo, Coach Paul, Kaley Chiarelli, Caitlin Soroko, Nicholas Melendez, Grace Gulino, TJ Malone and Kevin Blake. (Mary Sylvia Photo)

By PAUL PAGLIERANI

WAKEFIELD — The last minute call to move “The Big…

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Detour on Salem Street

July 6, 2023

WAKEFIELD — Salem Street, between Wharton Park and Lowell Street, will be closed to through traffic today (July 6) due to ongoing drainage infrastructure work.

Commuters will be re-directed along Wharton Park and Lowell Street. Local abutters within the work zone will still have access to their homes. Please allow additional time if your commute takes…

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And the winners are…

July 5, 2023

BRIANNA GALLUGI, granddaughter of Past West Side Social Club President Rick Turner, shows her vision of “Bringing America Together,” the theme of yesterday’s activities organized by the West Side Social Club’s July 4th Committee. Brianna won second place in the Doll Carriage parade. (Carol Hubbard Photo)

WAKEFIELD — An important part of…

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Despite forecast, Fourth show will go on

July 3, 2023

WAKEFIELD — As of mid-morning today, organizers of the annual July Fourth events in Wakefield said it is all systems go for tomorrow’s celebration of our nation’s birthday.

The weather forecast raises some questions, but unless there are dangerous conditions, the West Side Social Club’s Fourth of July Committee will hold the kids’ events…

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Braves win 2023 Wakefield Little League Town Series

July 3, 2023

THE BRAVES celebrate their WLL title. (Courtesy Photo)

WAKEFIELD — On Saturday, June 24, the Braves won the 2023 Wakefield Little League Town Series 3-0 over the Blue Jays in a well-pitched, hard-fought game at Fernald Field.

The Braves finished the season as the 4^th seed (12 – 6, 16 – 6 overall…

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Warrior boys’ tennis celebrates season

June 30, 2023

Greif, Ryder named league All-Stars

THE AWARD WINNERS for the 2023 Wakefield High boys’ tennis team from left to right: Sam Ryder (Most Improved), Vinny Kaddaras (Unsung Hero), Sean Doherty (Coaches Award) and Luke Greif (MVP). Missing from photo: Kip King (Spirit Award). (Courtesy Photo)

WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield High boys’ tennis team recently held their…

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New WMHS logo vote scheduled for July 18

June 29, 2023

THE SCHOOL COMMITTEE plans to choose one of these two logos as the new Wakefield Warrior at the July 18 meeting.

By NEIL ZOLOT

WAKEFIELD —— The School Committee will choose a new Wakefield Memorial High School logo at their next meeting July 18, based on options presented by art teacher and graphic designer Morgan…

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Five All-Stars for the Warrior boys’ track team

June 29, 2023

Brody Wyatt was one of five members of the Wakefield boys’ track team to be named an All-Star

WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield High boys’ track and field team had five named to the Middlesex League All-Star team this season.

Junior Joe Patt was an All-Star in two events this season. He was a Freedom…

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Washed-Up Ballers Association has evolved into Wakefield’s best summer hoops showcase

June 27, 2023

RYAN MARCUS racked up 20 points in his team’s win over Team Bayers last week. (Dan Pawlowski Photo)

By DAN PAWLOWSKI

WAKEFIELD — The Washed-Up Ballers Association has the perfect name for irony.

It might someday be more accurate when the current group of mostly 20-something’s roll into the Charbonneau Field House an hour before…

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Wakefield football ready to show off their rings this summer

June 26, 2023

THE 2022 SUPER BOWL champion Wakefield Warriors show off their rings during a ceremony on April 7. The 6^th-ranked Warriors finished their perfect, 13-0 season on Dec. 3 with a 34-28 win over No. 1 and previously undefeated Milton in the Div. 3 Super Bowl. (Courtesy Photo)