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Third Annual PMC Kids Ride Rolls Out Saturday for Cancer Research

The third annual Wakefield-Lynnfield PMC Kids Ride runs Saturday from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at MarketStreet Lynnfield, with an opening ceremony at 9:20 a.m. and the ride starting at 9:30. The course welcomes young riders of any skill level, with loops, snacks and spectators along the way. Money raised funds pediatric cancer research and care at Dana-Farber's Jimmy Fund Clinic, in honor of 2026 Pedal Partner Leo; registration, volunteering and donations are all open.

MarketStreet Lynnfield

Multi-Car Crash Reported in Fitch Court Parking Lot

Wakefield police responded to a three-car chain-reaction crash in a Fitch Court parking lot on September 17, 2026, after a driver failed to negotiate a turn.

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$10,000 Winning Scratch Ticket Sold at Wakefield 7-Eleven

The Massachusetts State Lottery confirmed a $10,000 winning ticket in the $1,000,000 Neon Cash game was sold at a Wakefield 7-Eleven, the agency announced September 18, 2026.

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Town Administrator Announces Downtown Office Hours

Town Administrator Denise Casey will hold community office hours Friday, September 25, at Rise and Shine Coffee House on Main Street.

Town of Wakefield

WMHS Class of 2029 Hosts Saturday Evening Fundraiser

The WMHS Class of 2029 hosts a fundraiser at Chipotle on Market Street Saturday, September 19, from 4 to 8 p.m. to support class activities.

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PAWS Hosts Cat and Kitten Meet & Greet

PAWS hosts a cat and kitten meet-and-greet at its Wakefield office Saturday, September 19, and highlights affordable pet supplies at Esther's Nook.

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Breakheart Reservation Hike Starts Saturday Afternoon

An easy 2.5-mile hike around Breakheart Reservation begins at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, September 19, meeting at Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School, with a stop at the beach.

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Wakefield Volleyball Extends Winning Streak to Three Games

Wakefield High volleyball improved to 3-1 with a 3-2 win over Newton North at Charbonneau Field House on Thursday, September 17, its third straight victory.

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Standard Tuning Plays Waves Saturday Night

Standard Tuning performs Saturday, September 19, from 8 to 11 p.m. at Waves Restaurant & Bar, 595 North Ave., Wakefield.

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Senior Center Plans Intergenerational Pizza and Ice Cream Social

The McCarthy Senior Center hosts a pizza and ice cream social Friday, September 25, at 12:30 p.m., bringing residents 60 and over together with local high school students.

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Building Committee Agenda Covers Field Bathroom, Salt Shed

Wakefield's Permanent Building Committee reviewed the Veterans Field bathroom and DPW salt shed projects, plus construction, budget, and schedule updates for Wakefield Memorial High School, at its September 17, 2026 meeting.

Town of Wakefield

Sunflower Watercolor Workshop Set for Saturday Afternoon

The Sweetbay Shop hosts a sunflower watercolor workshop Saturday, September 19, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at 478 Main St., led by artist Mary Taggart, with paints included.

The Sweetbay Shop