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Resident leads police on wild chase

By GAIL LOWE

PELHAM, N.H. — A 30-year-old man from Wakefield was arraigned in Salem District Court, Salem, N.H. today on charges of receiving stolen property, operating a motor vehicle after his license was suspended, disobeying a police officer, resisting arrest, willful interference with police dogs and being a fugitive from justice.

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PHOTO: At the summit, a clear view of lakes region

ON A BEAUTIFUL fall afternoon, Boy Scouts from Wakefield’s Troop 701 threw their backpacks on and climbed Parker Mountain in New Hampshire. In this photo, the scouts are standing in front of a massive cairn that marks the summit. A short distance away, the trail opens to a bare, rocky knoll with spectacular views of the lakes of central New Hampshire. The scouts made camp there and enjoyed an outdoor meal while watching the sunset. The crystal clear night allowed for spectacular stargazing; some of the scouts slept out under the stars while others pitched tents. After a hiker’s breakfast the scouts descended the mountain, leaving no trace of their presence in the wilderness.
ON A BEAUTIFUL fall afternoon, Boy Scouts from Wakefield’s Troop 701 threw their backpacks on and climbed Parker Mountain in New Hampshire. In this photo, the scouts are standing in front of a massive cairn that marks the summit. A short distance away, the trail opens to a bare, rocky knoll with spectacular views of

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PHOTO: High above a school craft fair

THE ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL had a craft fair Nov. 1 and 2 in the Americal Civic Center. This is a different look at the successful event. (cmac Images)
THE ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL had a craft fair Nov. 1 and 2 in the Americal Civic Center. This is a different look at the successful event. (cmac Images)

 

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A soldier’s story can now be told

By GAIL LOWE

GORDON McRAE’S son Andrew realized a dream to fly in his father’s navigator position in a Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress with the actual bomber jacket his father wore.
GORDON McRAE’S son Andrew realized a dream to fly in his father’s navigator position in a Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress with the actual bomber jacket his father wore.

WAKEFIELD — Today, the Daily Item honors all veterans who have fought on foreign soil to protect the freedom of this magnificent country we…

 

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Veterans’ honor sought

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — Wakefield wants to become a “Purple Heart Town,” in honor of all local veterans who been wounded or killed in action. Last night, on the eve of Veterans’ Day, the Board of Selectmen took the first step toward making it happen.

Dan Benjamin of the Veterans Advisory Board appeared before…

 

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PHOTO: A busy week for local Daisy troop

DAISY TROOP 66174 welcomed old and new members this past week. They decorated festive Thanksgiving bags for the Interfaith Food Pantry. The Daisies also participated in the Color A Smile program, having their cheerful drawings sent to senior citizens and our troops overseas.
DAISY TROOP 66174 welcomed old and new members this past week. They decorated festive Thanksgiving bags for the Interfaith Food Pantry. The Daisies also participated in the Color A Smile program, having their cheerful drawings sent to senior citizens and our troops overseas.

 

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Veterans’ Day ceremony at Galvin Tuesday

WAKEFIELD — The town of Wakefield will honor all veterans, fallen or standing, on Tuesday, Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. on the grounds of the Galvin Middle School.

The ceremony will begin with a greeting by American Legion Commander Thomas Collins followed by posting of the colors by the American Legion Post 63 Color Guard…

 

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GMS events Saturday

WAKEFIELD — The long-awaited rededication ceremony of the new Galvin Middle School will be held this Saturday, Nov. 15, beginning at 7 p.m. Prior to the festivities, however, students and school staff will lead guided tours of the sparkling facility, starting at 5 p.m.

The Galvin Middle School project will cost about $74.6 million when…

 

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Vandalism charge lodged

WAKEFIELD — A 15-year-old youth will be summonsed to court sometime this week on a charge of vandalizing town property in the Square.

Patrol Officer John Whaley was keeping an eye on the downtown area Saturday night at about 7:45 when he noticed a youth damaging holiday decorations, including small ornaments, on shrubs placed in…

 

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PHOTO: Good times at the Galvin

THE annual grade 6 social was held for students at the new Galvin Middle School in the cafeteria on Thursday, Oct. 16. This event, supported by the school’s PTO, drew about 200 sixth grade students. Music, dancing, pizza, cookies and raffle prizes were all part of the festivities. (Kris Martone-Levine Photo)
THE annual grade 6 social was held for students at the new Galvin Middle School in the cafeteria on Thursday, Oct. 16. This event, supported by the school’s PTO, drew about 200 sixth grade students. Music, dancing, pizza, cookies and raffle prizes were all part of the festivities. (Kris Martone-Levine Photo)

 

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Town Engineer to receive Spaulding Award

By MARK SARDELLA

WAKEFIELD — The Friends of Lake Quannapowitt will honor longtime Wakefield Town Engineer Michael Collins with its 2014 “Gertrude Spaulding Award” at the FOLQ Annual Breakfast on Sunday, Nov. 23 at the Bear Hill Country Club.

FOLQ board member Jim Scott was at last night’s Conservation Commission meeting to inform the commissioners…

 

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Billerica man arrested on drug charge

WAKEFIELD — Police stopped a Billerica man at the intersection of Main and Church streets yesterday at about 4 p.m. on a red light violation and while speaking with the driver a small bag of what was believed to be heroin was located.

The street value of the drug was estimated at $40.

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