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Austin Prep’s educational programs are rooted in Augustinian tradition

AUSTIN PREP in Reading serves young men and women in grades 6 through 12, offering a seven-year academic experience guided by the core Augustinian values of veritas, unitas, and caritas and designed to support students at critical stages of adolescent development. (Courtesy Photo)

 

READING — An Austin Prep education is preparation for the journey…

 

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St. Joseph School celebrates Catholic Schools Week!

WAKEFIELD — The students and staff of St. Joseph School are excited to celebrate Catholic Schools Week. Each day of the week has a specific theme that reflects the values embedded in our everyday education and the gratitude that we share for the many blessings that have been shared with us.
We celebrate our community…

 

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Front Page: January 28, 2026

 

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HUNKERED DOWN AFTER Sunday’s storm, these birds waited for more snow and cold on Monday. (John Leone Photo)

 

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Beasley, Volpe, O’Leary and Charbonneau names will continue at new WMHS

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — A least four spaces in and around the new Wakefield Memorial High School will retain the names of equivalent facilities in the current school. Those include the Shaun F. Beasley Track and Field, the John A. Volpe Library, the Frank Charbonneau Field House and the Dennis O’Leary Dining Commons.

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Front Page: January 27, 2026

 

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Town hammered by nearly 2 feet of snow

THIS IS Charles Street looking towards Main Street and the Junction last night as snow continued to fall. (Ed Cutting Photo)

Schools closed again Tuesday; DPW cleanup to continue all week

WAKEFIELD — When all was said and done late last night, the biggest winter storm in at least four years dropped nearly two feet…

 

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Front Page: January 23, 2026

 

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Board of Heath discusses alcohol regs

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield Board of Health this week discussed alcohol regulations following a presentation by Prevention, Outreach and Youth Services manager Liz Parsons. But one member of the board questioned why Health Department staff was addressing this issue when Town Council regulates alcohol in town and had not voted to refer…

 

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Remediation work begins on Butler Avenue

REMEDIATION WORK began this week at 94 Butler Ave. The project, which will include a gravel path and small sitting area, is expected to be completed in the spring. (Mark Sardella Photo)

WAKEFIELD — This week, the town’s contractor Strategic Environmental Services began remediation work at 94 Butler Ave. There will be no detours or…

 

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WMGLD offers winter safety tips

WAKEFIELD — This weekend’s forecast calls for heavy snow blanketing the area along with bitter cold temperatures. The Wakefield Municipal Gas & Light Department (WMGLD) recommends taking the following steps to be ready for cold temperatures and the possibility of heavy snow:

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Front Page: January 22, 2026

 

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