Wakefield News

WAKEFIELD — The following was sent to Wakefield Memorial High School families by Principal Amy McLeod. Some editing of internet links may be necessary.

Just two years ago, I sent out the first message about the start of construction on the new building. It is unbelievable that two years have passed and we are now…

By NEIL ZOLOT

WAKEFIELD — The current proposal for the Fiscal 2027 school budget totals $58,601,611, a 5.73 percent increase of $3,176,450 over the Fiscal 2026 budget of $55,425,161. The increase from Fiscal 2025 to 2026 was 5.94 percent.

Eighty four percent of the budget is for personnel, 12 percent for contracted services and 4…

Like all those who preceded her, Shelby Nikitin is a great choice to be the grand marshal of the 2026 Fourth of July parade.

The Wakefield Independence Day Committee announced the selection of the retired naval commander this week.

Shelby is a 2000 graduate of Wakefield Memorial High and a 2004 graduate of the college…

WAKEFIELD — In an unusual twist, a Hopkins Street resident yesterday reported to police that someone has been putting money into one of his bank accounts over the past few months.

The man told police yesterday around 4:25 p.m. that an initial unknown, unsolicited deposit of $39.20 appeared, followed a few weeks later by one…

WAKEFIELD — Emmanuel Episcopal Church welcomes all to a free community dinner at Horizon House, 78 Water St., Wakefield (next to the Bowladrome) on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 5 p.m.

Organizers will be serving chicken ziti broccoli, tossed salad, bread/butter and zucchini cake for dessert.

Hosted by Emmanuel Episcopal Church with Horizon House-Riverside Community Care…