Police urge storm prep ahead of weekend wind, rain

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Police share safety tips ahead of weekend storm

With a storm expected to bring rain and strong winds to Massachusetts this weekend, the Stoneham Police Department is urging residents to prepare now. Police advise charging phones, securing or bringing in outdoor furniture and decorations, and stocking an emergency kit with flashlights, batteries, a radio, first-aid supplies, medications and water in case power is out for multiple days. During the storm, avoid unnecessary travel, never drive through flooded roads, and always assume a downed wire is live.

Stoneham Police Department

Greater Boston Stage Company Opens 'Shear Madness'

Greater Boston Stage Company opens its Season 27 production of the interactive comedy whodunit "Shear Madness" on Friday, September 25, at 395 Main Street in Stoneham, with a "Frugal Friday" discount for opening day.

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Toddler Turnout brings lawn playtime to the library

Friday, September 25, from 10 to 11 a.m., the Stoneham Public Library hosts a drop-in playgroup on the Library Lawn with chalk, games and bubbles; no registration needed, canceled if it rains.

Stoneham Public Library

Public skating at Stoneham Arena

Friday, September 25, from 10 to 11:45 a.m., public skating is scheduled at Stoneham Arena; admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children and seniors, with no skate rentals available.

Town of Stoneham

Library offers drop-in tech support

On Friday, September 25, from 10 a.m. to noon, Stoneham Public Library staff will help visitors with devices, email and online forms at 431 Main Street; no registration required.

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Stoneham Retirement Board Meeting

The Stoneham Retirement Board meets Tuesday, September 29, at 35 Central Street, starting at 2 p.m.

Town of Stoneham

Stoneham Select Board Meeting

The Stoneham Select Board meets Thursday, October 1, at 136 Elm Street, starting at 6 p.m.

Town of Stoneham

Touch-a-Truck and author event set for Town Hall grounds

The Stoneham Public Library will host a Touch-a-Truck event featuring author Kelly Riera on Friday, September 25, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. outside Town Hall, allowing children to explore vehicles and hear vehicle-themed stories.

Stoneham Public Library

FREESTYLE **NO PUCKS**

Event date: September 25, 2026 Event Time: 02:00 PM - 03:50 PMLocation: Stoneham, MA 02180Description:FREESTYLE SESSIONS ARE NOT PUBLIC SKATING FREESTYLE is designed for Any Skater (Hockey or Figure Skater) to work one on one with a Coach.

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Natural Food Exchange Hosts Inaugural Wellness Event on Sept. 26

Natural Food Exchange at 39 Pleasant Street announced it will host its first annual Lifestyle Wellness Event on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The gathering features expert wellness consultations, adaptive physical movement sessions for children, and clean skincare presentations.

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Patch AM Connects Mass Save Fraud Case to Stoneham Defendant

New allegations of nearly $8 million in fraud by a heat-pump contractor have renewed scrutiny of Mass Save oversight; Patch cited Stoneham resident Joseph Ponzo's 2024 guilty plea in an earlier fraud case.

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