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Local man guilty of trafficking meth

BOSTON – A Wakefield man pleaded guilty yesterday to his role in a conspiracy to distribute crystal methamphetamine.

Daniel Loughman, a/k/a “Swiss,” 40, pleaded guilty to one count of possession with intent to distribute 50 grams and more of methamphetamine and one count of conspiracy to distribute and to possess with intent to distribute 50…

 

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Wet but not white! A reminder that winter’s coming

IT WAS FREEZING in Wakefield when the rain started falling yesterday, but the temperature rose throughout the day, sparing the town any significant snowfall. (Mark Sardella Photo)

 

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Front Page: December 2, 2025

 

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Local woman convicted of laundering money

BOSTON – A Wakefield woman was convicted of money laundering conspiracy on Nov. 24, following a six-day jury trial.

Christiane Fischer, 42, was convicted of one count of money laundering conspiracy. U.S. District Court Judge Angel Kelley scheduled sentencing for March 5, 2026. Fischer was indicted by a federal grand jury in November 2022.

According…

 

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Good morning autumn sky

GORGEOUS SUNRISE from Cutter St. overlooking North Ave. on the early morning of November 25. (John Russo Photo)

 

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Let the holidays begin

THE TOWN CHRISTMAS TREE is lowered into its receptacle at the Rockery yesterday under the direction of Cemetery, Forestry, and Parks Supervisor Dennis Fazio. The large spruce tree was donated to the town by Mark and Cindy Matuszewski of 23 Davey Lane.In the other photo, Forestry Foreman Carmen Sorrentino holds a chainsaw as Tony…

 

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ACW holds a Winter Artisan Sale this weekend

WAKEFIELD — The Arts Collaborative of Wakefield will present its Annual Winter Artisan Sale in the main gallery of the Albion Cultural Exchange Building in Wakefield this weekend.  

Get into the spirit of the holiday season and come shop a variety of local handmade and 2nd Time Around products including artwork of all kinds…

 

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Front Page: November 26, 2025

 

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Sons of Italy honors local veterans with a great brunch

THE SONS & DAUGHTERS OF ITALY cooked up great food enjoyed by veterans at Thanksgiving brunch at the Senior Center.

WAKEFIELD — A tremendous Thanksgiving brunch was held at the Wakefield Senior Center by the Sons & Daughters of Italy Post #1734. 

The sensational quiche, sausages, breakfast potatoes, selection of juices and so many…

 

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Business meet and greet with TA Denise Casey December 4

WAKEFIELD — On Thursday, December 4, members of Wakefield’s business community are invited to join the Chamber of Commerce and the Economic Development Office for a meet and greet with new Town Administrator Denise Casey.

From 8 to 9:30 a.m., local business owners and managers will gather at the Americal Civic Center to hear Denise’s…

 

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Front Page: November 25, 2025

 

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Signage requests approved

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — At its November meeting, the Zoning Board of Appeals handled a variety of matters, including a couple related to signs.

The board agreed to allow CCF, Quannapowitt Property Company, LLC the owners of “The Basin” at 200-400 Quannapowitt Parkway, to change some of the signage on their buildings.

Representing the owners, attorney Brian McGrail explained that they would like to remove a sign identifying the project that is…

 

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