Massachusetts Senate passes 3 bills to increase safety and lower costs for residents.
A summary of Wakefield's Town Council meeting on September 8, 2025, from Town Councilor Jonathan Chines
The blue envelope program fosters safer interactions between police and people with autism spectrum disorder.
With unanimous, bipartisan support, the Senate removes out-of-date and offensive terminology and statutes from Massachusetts law.
The legislation simplifies the process and brings Massachusetts up to date with the other 49 states and international best practices.
A summary of Wakefield's Town Council meeting on August 18, 2025, from Town Councilor Jonathan Chines
Mass. Legislature passes the Shield Act 2.0 to fortify protections for those seeking and providing reproductive and gender-affirming care.
A summary of Wakefield's Town Council meeting on August 11, 2025, from Town Councilor Jonathan Chines
Legislature passes $1.2 billion bond bill to improve roads, bridges, intersections, and more.
Senate passes bill to improve student learning and academic achievement, boost mental health, and foster healthier learning environments.
The facility is progressing quickly and the building is scheduled to be complete this year.
Senate passes legislation to protect consumers and keep people from being pushed into financial ruin if they are sued for financial debt.
Massachusetts Legislature passes $61 billion state budget.
Senate members of Joint Committee on Education vote in favor of restricting cell phones in schools after a unanimous, bipartisan vote.
Tens of thousands are expected to rally nationwide on the fifth anniversary of the death of a civil rights leader.
A summary of Wakefield's Town Council meeting on July 14, 2025, from Town Councilor Jonathan Chines
Massachusetts Senate passes Shield Act 2.0 with bipartisan support.
Legislature's new rules for 2025-2026 make lawmaking more transparent, efficient, and accessible to the public.
The Wakefield Public Works Department has some important updates about upcoming trash and recycling collection.
Legislature passes $1.4 billion for public education and transportation projects in Wakefield and across the state with Fair Share revenue.
For his work passing the Educator Diversity Act, State Senator Jason Lewis presented with inaugural Legacy Award from Latinos for Education.
The town has released information about a road construction project occurring this week.
More than 100 pro-democracy advocacy groups have signed on in support of No Kings.
A summary of Wakefield's Town Council meeting on June 9, 2025, from Town Councilor Jonathan Chines
Senator Lewis nominates Margie Labedz for recognition at the state's first-ever Military Appreciation Day.
The virtual Town Hall meeting will be held on Monday, June 23 from 7-8PM. Bring your questions for Senator Jason Lewis.
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Senate's $61.4 billion fiscally responsible budget proposal invests in education, municipal support, healthcare, housing, transit, and more.
The Parkside, a new rental opportunity in Wakefield, has announced a lottery for one affordable apartment.
The public is invited to flag the graves of Veterans at Lakeside Cemetery and Forest Glade Cemeteries.
A summary of Wakefield's Town Council meeting on May 19, 2025, from Town Councilor Jonathan Chines
The Town of Wakefield Memorial Day will host the ceremony. The theme for this year is "Valor."
With support from Senator Jason Lewis, Lead Sponsor of the Fair Share Amendment, Massachusetts Senate Invests Surplus Fair Share Dollars
The seven-unit building is pet friendly, provides elevator access, and is EV-ready.
The town is "celebrating the remarkable career and upcoming retirement of our dedicated Town Administrator, Steve Maio!"
A summary of Wakefield's Town Council meeting on April 28, 2025, from Town Councilor Jonathan Chines
The Wakefield Town Council has called the Annual Town Meeting for next month. Nineteen articles will appear on the warrant.
At Monday’s Town Council meeting four members of the Town Council voted to overturn North Avenue’s Lane configuration approved last year.
Sen. Jason Lewis and Reps. Kate Lipper-Garabedian and Donald Wong announce new state grant funds for the Wakefield Fire Department
A summary of Wakefield's Town Council meeting on April 14, 2025, from Town Councilor Jonathan Chines