Finance reports show Brandon Flanagan and the "Vote No On 1" committee far outspending the opposition, but falling short at the polls.
Police said a man driving a pickup truck approached a teen girl and made inappropriate comments to a woman in her yard this week.
Becomes main sponsor for newly created outdoor area opening on Friday, May 21st
More than 27 percent of registered voters turned out. No turnout in at least the previous five Town Elections broke 20 percent.
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The idea of “cancel culture” has become a defense mechanism for folks who fear change, in Wakefield and around the country.
Unofficial results show Ami Wall and Kevin Piskadlo winning School Committee and Anne Danehy and Julie Smith-Galvin winning Town Council.
The annual Wakefield Town Election is Tuesday, April 27. Here's what to know before heading to the polls.
With the nice weather fast approaching, more people will be out walking and on their bikes--especially around our downtown area.
'This is a great opportunity to remove these substances from your home and make sure they're disposed of properly.'
FAFSA completions are down nationally. Here is how Wakefield area high schools have done so far.
April’s full pink moon is the first of three consecutive supermoons that will shine big and bright over Wakefield.
Specific questions with detailed answers from the two of three Town Council candidates able to take the time to respond.
The Red Cross is holding a series of blood drives soon in the Wakefield area.
Patch is making an effort to educate voters about their options ahead of the April 27 election.
The Greatness of Tuscany was "explored"
Nearly 1 million pounds of prescription drugs were collected during the last take-back event in October 2020.
Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Middlesex County and across MA.
Beyond the general statements
Refuse and recycling pickup will be delayed one day next week due to the Patriots' Day holiday.
The second interactive Vision2030 meeting will take place via Zoom on April 28, 2021, from 7 to 9 p.m.
The town's coronavirus metrics also saw improvement.
Home prices are expected to stay elevated for the near future. They have increased in Middlesex County area.
While there is progress being made, a vote on the building design won't even be had by March 2023 at the earliest.
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The Town Council chair called them "losers." Most of the 500 Facebook comments derided them. Wakefield made clear they are not welcome here.
The longtime selectman-turned-councilor is not running for reelection to his three-year seat after winning four consecutive terms.
On April 12, Town Hall's public hours will increase to 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Fridays.
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, telehealth usage has soared.
Like we did in 2002!
Wakefield Sons and Daughters of Italy Have Decided
The Online Statement Tells You How Much Benefit You and Your Family Can Expect To Receive
This is how the Wakefield area compares to Massachusetts for coronavirus vaccinations.
Adam Colantuoni has accepted a position in the Salem Public Schools district. He will stay on in Wakefield through this school year.
There are seven competitive races on the ballot, plus a nonbinding question.
With two contested races and two uncontested races, four Wakefield School Committee seats are on the ballot.