Wakefield News

By GAIL LOWE

WAKEFIELD — Thursday, June 25 has been established as the last day of school for academic year 2014-2015, and Dr. Zrike hopes that date will remain on the books. But it could change, depending on whether more storms result in school being called off.

School last Tuesday was not in session, raising…

WAKEFIELD — Over the weekend, police responded to calls about an out-of-control patron at Caffe Italia, 21 Water St., a woman from Belmont who allegedly engaged in sexual conduct for a fee at an Albion Street spa and a report about luggage stolen from in front of a home on Reynolds Road.

An unruly patron…

WAKEFIELD — The following young people have offered their snow shoveling services for those who need help this winter:

• Kevin Doherty, 11, is able to shovel snow in the upper Elm Street/Parker Road area. Contact Kevin’s mother at 617-365-7202.

• Meghan and Ryan Pescatore, 16 and 12 years old respectively, are interested in shoveling…

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — With snow totals mounting and no letup in sight, both the Finance Committee and the Board of Selectmen this week authorized a snow and ice overdraft in the amount of $800,000.

The FinCom vote came at the end of their meeting last night, following a similar vote by the selectmen…

By GAIL LOWE

WAKEFIELD — If…

WAKEFIELD  – Due to the unexpected blizzard hitting eastern New England Saturday, Feb. 14, the SRO Valentine’s Day concert, “A Mediterranean Cruise,” has been rescheduled to Saturday, Feb. 21 at 7:30 p.m. Same place (UU Church Sanctuary, Main Street, same great music). Champagne at intermission. Plus raffle baskets full of goodies: One each from France…

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — After the town’s traffic consultant, John Kennedy, outlined his findings and recommendations with respect to the 130-unit Brightview Senior Living facility proposed on Crescent Street, Board of Appeals member Chip Tarbell had one question.

“Based on traffic and parking,” Tarbell asked, “if all of your comments and concerns are answered…

By BOB BURGESS

WAKEFIELD — Pierce Avenue resident Kristen Henshaw again has come to the defense of embattled Town Clerk Mary K. Galvin, asking the selectmen last night what has to be done for Galvin to return to the job she hasn’t been able to perform since she collapsed in her Town Hall office in…

WAKEFIELD — The Wakefield Police Department is proud to announce four new officers who were sworn in on Tuesday, Feb. 9 following their…