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Stoneham man charged in Vernon St. crash

April 14, 2025

POLICE AND FIREFIGHTERS responded to a single-vehicle rollover crash in the area of 384 Vernon St. on Saturday. The car struck a utility pole, knocking out power in the neighborhood for a couple hours. (Photos courtesy of Wakefield Fire Department)

WAKEFIELD — A 56-year-old Stoneham man was seriously injured Saturday morning after he lost control…

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Wakefield girls’ track kicks off season with a win over Stoneham

April 14, 2025

BRENDIA DIAZ was the leading scorer for the Warriors in their season-opening victory over Stoneham last week. Diaz finished with 11 points overall, taking 1st in the shot put and javelin and 3rd in the discus. (File Photo)

LEXINGTON — The Wakefield High girls’ outdoor track and field team had a strong start to the season…

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Come together at Laurie’s 909 Neighborhood Pub

April 11, 2025

WELCOME TO “Penny Lane,” aka the bar top at Laurie’s 909. (Michelle Visco Photo)

By MICHELLE VISCO

WAKEFIELD — If you are looking for reasonable prices, delicious all-American food and a feel-good atmosphere, then Laurie’s 909 Neighborhood Pub located at 93 Salem St. in Wakefield has everything for you. Robert Macfadgen and Laurie Rizzo own…

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Boys’ track team starts outdoor season with a win over Stoneham

April 11, 2025

BRODY WYATT, pictured here at Nike Nationals last month, kicked off Wakefield’s outdoor season in style on Wednesday at Lexington High. In the first event of the meet, Wyatt set a new school record in the 400 meter hurdles with a time of 57.81, breaking Brett Tassinari’s record of 58.1 set in 2012. (File Photo)

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WMHS will start at 8:15 a.m. in 2026

April 10, 2025

By NEIL ZOLOT

WAKEFIELD — In September 2026 the school day at Wakefield Memorial High will start 45 minutes later, as approved by the School Committee at their meeting Tuesday, April 8.

The day will start at 8:15 a.m. instead of 7:45 and end at 2:55 p.m. instead of 2:15, which brings the high…

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Warrior baseball moves to 2-0 with 13-3 win over Belmont

April 10, 2025

BELMONT — The Wakefield High baseball team picked up their second road win of the season over a Middlesex League Liberty Division opponent last night with a resounding, 13-3 victory against Belmont at Brendan Grant…

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Candidates for Treasurer face off in debate

April 9, 2025

THE CANDIDATES for Town Treasurer at this week’s WCAT debate: Edward Dombroski, Drew McCarthy, Michael McLane and Peter McManama. (WCAT Screenshot)

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — Monday’s WCAT debate was more than just an opportunity for voters to see and hear the four candidates running for Town Treasurer in the April 22 Town Election. It…

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Warrior softball ready to make some noise in 2025

April 9, 2025

By DAN PAWLOWSKI

WAKEFIELD — For the first time in 40 years, the Wakefield High softball team has a league title to defend.

The Warriors finished last season with a 9-12…

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Rededication Day will be held May 31

April 8, 2025

WAKEFIELD — Throughout 2024, the Soldiers and Sailors Monument on the Veterans Memorial Common experienced a complete restoration, including extensive repair and reconstruction. Organizers invite everyone to join them on Saturday, May 31 for an afternoon of interactive activities as we celebrate and rededicate…

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Wakefield’s Conte helps lead St. Mary’s to state title

April 8, 2025

JULIANA CONTE, of Wakefield, brought home the Div. 3 State Championship trophy when St. Mary’s defeated Norwell 46-48 on March 14 at the Tsongas Center. (Domenic Conte Photo)

LYNN — Juliana Conte, of Wakefield, lifted the Div. 3 state championship trophy with her St. Mary’s girls’ basketball teammates on March 14 at the Tsongas Center. The…

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Boys’ lacrosse team rolls to 2-0 with win over Woburn

April 7, 2025

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WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield High boys’ lacrosse team improved to 2-0 on the season with a 21-5 victory over Woburn at Landrigan Field on Thursday.

The Warriors were locked in from start to finish during their home-opener, cruising to an easy victory.

Earning player of the game honors was sophomore John Scarpello who dominated on…

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Civil War Flag to be exhibited during Rededication Day

April 7, 2025

WAKEFIELD — A Civil War era American flag, picked up at the retreat from the second Battle of Bull Run will be exhibited at the Wakefield History Museum in a new exhibit opening…

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