Memorial Day Observances in Wakefield

Annual parade leaves Galvin Middle School at 1 p.m., with observances at upper common right afterward.

What's Open/Closed in Wakefield on Memorial Day?

Here's a look at what's open and closed on Monday.

North Shore Food Buzz: The Return of Slice, and Entertainment at The Ship

A round up of North Shore restaurant and food news.

Slice Pizza and More Reopens Wednesday

Popular local eatery closed for renovations last August. Re-opening is today.

Outpatient Victims to Receive One Fund Boston Payments

Claims are being accepted through June 15, and funds will start being distributed on a rolling basis on June 30.

Introducing Small Business Patch

The newly launched site offers tips, info and digital know-how for small business owners.

North Shore Biz News

Here's a round-up of business news from around the North Shore.

Local Vocational School Students May Help Build Gazebo in Lynnfield

Planned gazebo is in very early stages for the Lynnfield Common area. Students from Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School in Wakefield may help build it.

Kids' Lemonade Stand Raises $1,300 for Those in Need

Summer Milsky, 8, Luke Greif, 6, and Noah Greif, 10, set out to raise $1,000 for the Wakefield Interfaith Food Pantry and the One Fund. They beat that goal handily.

North Shore Food Buzz: A Local Relic and a Tea Named for Angie Miller

A round up of North Shore restaurant and food news.

Steeple Campaign Seeks Support From Town Residents, Businesses

Unitarian Universalist Church downtown has completed the internal phase of a capital campaign aimed at restoring its steeple to the town skyline. Now, the congregation is seeking support from the public.

3,000 Ride Through Area for Wounded Veterans

About 3,000 motorcycles rode through Wakefield this weekend on their ride to Suffolk Downs during Boston's Wounded Veteran Run.

National Grid Unions Vote to Authorize Strike

Members of the Brotherhood of Utility Workers and Local 369 have voted to authorize a strike against National Grid.

North Shore Food Buzz: New Pub, Naumkeag Ordinary, Opens in Salem

A round up of North Shore restaurant and food news.

First Quarter Home Sales Improved For Wakefield This Year

Home sales off to decent start for first three months of the year in Wakefield.

Home of the Week: One of a Kind Colonial with a Formal Dining Room

Each week, Wakefield Patch takes a look at a distinctive home on the market in town.

Community Comes Together for Marathon Blast Victims

Fundraisers at the four Dockside restaurants, including the one in Wakefield, raised thousands for local victims of the Boston Marathon bombing.

Reid's Ride Funds Made Upcoming Dedication Possible

Hundreds of thousands of dollars raised by cyclists over eight years of Reid's Ride made the April 24th dedication of the Reid R. Sacco Adolescent & Young Adult Clinic for Cancer and Blood Diseases possible.

Wakefield Businesses Quick to Support Marathon Bomb Victims

Several town businesses have already announced fundraising initiatives to support those injured in Monday's Boston Marathon terrorist attack.

The Return of the Ship, The Great Billboard Dispute, and More Area Business News

Here's a round-up of business news from around the North Shore region.

What Homes Sold in Wakefield Recently?

A look at the latest home sales in Wakefield.

Yelp's Most Popular Wakefield Restaurants: Do You Agree?

Here's a look at what the top ten most popular restaurants in Wakefield are on Yelp.com. What do you think?

Wakefield Joins Healthy Corner Store Program

State program works with convenience stores to sell more produce and healthier foods.

Wakefield Salon Expanding to Danvers this Spring

The owner of the Wakefield salon says she's expanding into Danvers this spring at 85 Andover Street.

Wakefield Businesses To Rally Against Cancer

Team Optum Wakefield and Team Interactive Data rallying to win a visit from a Red Sox player.

PHOTO: Supporting the Citizens Scholarship

Longtime local organization has distributed thousands in scholarship funds to Wakefield students.

Passover Breakfast Recipes

One of the great quandaries for Jewish cooks is what to make for breakfast during Passover. Here are a couple of ideas that are sure to start your holiday mornings off right.

Tickets Available for Blossoms at the Beebe Event

Annual Blossoms at the Beebe fundraising gala is Saturday, April 27th. On Sunday, April 28th, a free family day follows at the library.

Wakefield Rotary Helps Supply Dominican School

Local club members providing $5,000 for equipment at new school in impoverished region of the Dominican Republic.

Hartshorne Insurance Drive to Benefit Cradles to Crayons

Bring clothing and other items to 3 Chestnut Street in Wakefield on Friday, April 5 and Saturday, April 6.

Wakefield Chamber Launches New Radio Show

Welcome to Wakefield show airs Sunday mornings from 6:30 to 7 a.m.

North Shore Food Buzz: Kings Bowling Coming to Region, Restaurant Week Returns

A round up of North Shore restaurant and food news.

'Celebrate the Green' Saturday at Greenwood Plaza

This Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m. at Greenwood Plaza, come "Celebrate the Green" with local merchants.

Kings at MarketStreet Lynnfield to Include Bocce Court

Location at MarketStreet Lynnfield to feature a bocce court, 18 bowling lanes, and more. Company is also opening locations in Orlando, Chicago and Burlington.

iCycle Competition Raises Over $100K to Help the Homeless

Bruins alum Lyndon Byers and Eastern Bank CEO Richard Holbrook participated in recent ICycle spin competition.

PHOTOS: Officials Discuss Area Transportation Needs

Early this week, Mass. Transportation Secretary Richard Davey joined local officials and business owners for a forum that focused on transportation needs.

MarketStreet Cinema Vote Now Expected in Fall

National Development indicates that instead of seeking voter approval for its specialty cinema at Lynnfield's spring town meeting, it will now wait until the fall one.

Girl Scouts Hold Another Successful Cookie Drive

Send your photos and community news items to william.laforme@patch.com.

Give Some Blood For Boston Children's Hospital This Week

This Wednesday and Thursday, stop by and donate blood at the West Side Social Club, 4 Harrington Court, for the kids at Boston Children's Hospital.

National Grid Warns Customers of New Scam

New scam involves phone calls demanding payment for past due accounts.